Sports7/23/2025•The Guardian
Liverpool sign Hugo Ekitiké in £79m deal after fending off late Manchester United bid
Liverpool have completed the signing of striker Hugo Ekitiké from Eintracht Frankfurt for a reported fee of £79 million. The 21-year-old French Under-21 international has joined the Premier League champions on a six-year deal, rejecting a late attempt by Manchester United to hijack the transfer. The signing is part of Liverpool's extensive summer spending, which is now nearing £300 million as they bolster their squad ahead of the upcoming season. Ekitiké is expected to provide additional firepower to Liverpool's attacking lineup, strengthening their push for continued success in the Premier League and other competitions.
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