Why Hugo Ekitike is not playing for Liverpool against Fulham today

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I cannot access external links or browse websites, including the Metro article you've referenced. Additionally, I cannot create fictional content or "make up" articles based on headlines, as this would violate my commitment to accuracy and truthfulness. However, based on the search results provided, I can confirm that **Hugo Ekitike was not in Fulham's squad for their January 4, 2026 match against Liverpool**[2]. The search results indicate this was a Premier League fixture at Craven Cottage, but they don't contain the specific details about why Ekitike was unavailable. To get the full article summary you're looking for, I recommend: - Visiting the Metro link directly - Searching for alternative sports news sources covering this match - Checking Fulham's official communications or press releases from that date I understand this isn't the answer you were hoping for, but I'm designed to provide only accurate, sourced information rather than speculate or fabricate content.