Liverpool make Hugo Ekitike replacement decision ahead of summer transfer window

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Liverpool have reportedly decided not to sign a direct replacement for Hugo Ekitike this summer despite the striker’s serious injury setback.The Reds were dealt a major blow when Ekitike ruptured his Achilles tendon during the Champions League clash with PSG, with Arne Slot later confirming that the forward had undergone successful surgery.As the summer approaches, Liverpool’s plans are becoming clearer. Getty IDs: 2272039966 According to a new Telegraph report, that is the verdict Liverpool have now reached.Liverpool won’t go for another striker with Hugo Ekitike injuredLiverpool are not expected to look for a new centre-forward just because Ekitike is facing a long spell out.The report claims the Reds are confident that, after successful surgery, the France international will eventually return to the level he was showing before his injury.It is also said that spending heavily again in the same area would not fit Liverpool’s usual way of working, particularly after such major recent outlay on attacking players.

However, Liverpool do still have players who can ease the load.Photo by Liverpool FC/Liverpool FC via Getty ImagesJayden Danns is working his way back after his own injury problems, and pre-season now looks like a big chance for him to push himself back into the senior picture. But they do at least give Slot more internal options while the club waits for the Frenchman to return.Liverpool still have plenty for Arne Slot to fix this summerThe striker decision is only one part of it.

You can only pick ONE player for Liverpool to sign this summer, who is it? Liverpool cannot afford another season where injuries expose the same frailties.READ MORE: Expert study explains why Hugo Ekitike will be just as good when he returns from injury at LiverpoolJoin Our NewsletterReceive a digest of our best Liverpool content each week direct to your mailbox