Hugo Ekitike transfer explained as story behind £79m Liverpool decision emerges

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And Krosche believes that particular transfer created the platform for Ekitike to demonstrate the qualities that attracted Liverpool's attention."There are times when you have to sign players from the outside, but we need to prepare our squad with the anticipation that people will leave - but that when they do, that will create opportunities for others to grow," Krosche told The Athletic."With his speed and one-on-one ability, [Jean-Matteo] Bahoya replaced part of what Marmoush had given us - but it also allowed Hugo Ekitike to grow. Before he left, Omar was the key player - and he used all the attacking space.""When we sold him, Ekitike grew into those areas.

That's the reason he plays for Manchester City, but Hugo is at Liverpool now because we sold Omar in the winter."Sometimes it's like this. But if you balance your squad well, give the players your trust, then you can have the courage to let them go."Ekitike will be hoping to be included in the starting line-up on Saturday when Liverpool host Nottingham Forest in the Premier League at Anfield.

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