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Hugo Ekitiké Transfer from Eintracht Frankfurt to Newcastle United

Team Talk reports on the transfer of 23-year-old striker Ekitike to Liverpool, despite Newcastle's interest. Newcastle also showed interest in the 23-year-old striker, but Liverpool manager Slot had a direct conversation with Ekitike, convincing him to join Liverpool instead.

Hugo Ekitike declined a proposal from Newcastle as he is interested in joining Liverpool instead.

Newcastle made a last offer valued at 75 million euros for Hugo Ekitike, which was rejected by Eintracht Frankfurt. Fabrizio Romano announced that Newcastle has abandoned this transfer pursuit.

Bild reports on Newcastle's pursuit of Hugo Ekitiké from Eintracht Frankfurt, highlighting a significant financial offer to secure the player's transfer. Newcastle is putting pressure on Hugo Ekitiké, currently at Eintracht Frankfurt, with a total package of 100 million euros to expedite the transfer. Eintracht is awaiting a clear agreement between Ekitiké and the Premier League club. Star agent Ali Barat is involved in the process, and Eintracht's sporting director Markus Krösche is preparing for a new striker.

Eintracht Frankfurt has rejected the first written offer from Newcastle United for Hugo Ekitiké. The Magpies offered 80 million Euros, which was deemed too low by Markus Krösche and Eintracht Frankfurt, who hope for up to 100 million Euros. Newcastle's payment terms were also not suitable for Eintracht.

Newcastle United are on the verge of finalizing a deal for Hugo Ekitike, with personal terms agreed over a five-year deal. The deal is reportedly worth €80 million (£69.5m, $93.5m), and Ekitike's agent is in Newcastle to finalize the details. Ekitike is ready for his medical, though ChronicleLive has urged caution as Eintracht Frankfurt is only expecting a first offer.

Newcastle United is reportedly intensifying efforts to sign Eintracht Frankfurt's striker Hugo Ekitiké. According to 'The Athletic', Newcastle, who finished fifth in the Premier League last season, has made an initial offer of around 75 million Euros for the 23-year-old Frenchman. This amount would be a record fee for Newcastle. Eintracht Frankfurt has not yet confirmed the offer.

Team Talk reports on Newcastle United's pursuit of Hugo Ekitike, as the club sends a delegation to Germany for discussions. Newcastle United have sent a delegation to Germany to discuss terms with Hugo Ekitike and are in talks with Eintracht Frankfurt. Newcastle plans to secure Ekitike's signature and have outbid another unnamed club. The transfer fee is expected to be around €75m (£65m, $87.5m), potentially setting a new club-record for Newcastle. Ekitike's agent, Ali Barat, is helping to iron out the last few details, and personal terms over a five-year deal have already been agreed.

Hugo Ekitike is in pole position to sign with Newcastle United. Despite interest from Manchester United and Liverpool, Newcastle is advancing in the deal. David Ornstein reports that Newcastle is 'working on a deal' to sign Ekitike for around €75 million (£65m / $87.5m). The transfer is 'not yet agreed', but Newcastle is in concrete talks and has outbid another unnamed club that offered €70 million (£61m / $82m). The deal would make Ekitike Newcastle's record signing, surpassing Alexander Isak (£63m). Newcastle aims to pair Ekitike with Isak to create a prolific attack.

The Sun has reported on Newcastle United's unprecedented bid for Hugo Ekitike. Newcastle United has placed a club-record £69.5 million offer for Hugo Ekitike and is currently awaiting a response from Eintracht Frankfurt, who had previously turned down a £60.1 million proposal from another club. Newcastle is attempting to secure an agreement for less than Ekitike's £86 million release clause. Eddie Howe, the manager of Newcastle, is eager to sign the player after missing out on him in 2022 when Ekitike opted for Paris Saint-Germain over other clubs, including Liverpool and Manchester United. Several discussions have been held between Newcastle, Frankfurt, and the player's representatives in Germany.

Newcastle have made the first concrete move to sign Ekitike by placing a bid in excess of €70 million. Frankfurt is not desperate to sell Ekitike, especially since they will be playing in the Champions League next term. However, they have placed a €100 million price tag on him. Fabrizio Romano reports that the Bundesliga side might accept a deal structured in a way that reaches their desired €100 million via bonuses.

90min reports on Newcastle United's renewed pursuit of Hugo Ekitiké. Newcastle United have reignited their interest in Hugo Ekitiké for a third time. The club had a bid accepted by Stade Reims in January 2022, which Ekitiké rejected. A second attempt was made six months later, but Ekitiké chose to move to Paris Saint-Germain instead. Newcastle are now back at the table, seeing Ekitiké as a complimentary piece alongside Alexander Isak. However, the path to a deal is complicated by Ekitiké's impressive performance last season, prompting a €100 million price tag.

Team Talk reports on Newcastle United's renewed interest in Hugo Ekitike. Newcastle United have reactivated their interest in Hugo Ekitike, making his representatives aware of their intentions. The Frenchman, who has a release clause of approximately £86m, is wanted by Newcastle to play alongside Alexander Isak. The club is ready to invest heavily to land Ekitike, despite previous unsuccessful attempts to secure his transfer. Ekitike has also attracted interest from Liverpool, Manchester United, and Chelsea.

Fabrizio Romano reports that Newcastle United are keen on signing Hugo Ekitike from Eintracht Frankfurt. Newcastle is in the market for a new striker following the departure of Callum Wilson. Frankfurt has set a price tag of €100 million on Ekitike, but there is a belief they might accept a cheaper initial deal that could rise to €100m through add-ons.

Newcastle United is interested in signing Hugo Ekitike, but the asking price of £77m is too high for them, and it would require breaking their current transfer record. They might need to sell players like Alexander Isak to afford Ekitike, which they are reluctant to do.

Newcastle are also interested in Hugo Ekitike, who is valued at €100 million by Eintracht Frankfurt. The club is confident Ekitike will make a move this summer due to his current form.

Newcastle United is also interested in a move for Hugo Ekitike. Scouts from Newcastle United were present to watch Ekitike during Frankfurt’s Europa League quarter-final match against Tottenham Hotspur. The Bundesliga club is reportedly seeking a fee of €100m (£86.5m) for Ekitike.

Newcastle United is interested in acquiring Hugo Ekitiké. Eintracht Frankfurt demands at least 95 to 100 million euros for the 22-year-old striker, who is under contract until 2029.

According to Bild, Hugo Ekitiké's performance and potential transfer prospects have garnered attention following his impressive display against Tottenham Hotspur. Ekitiké, who is currently with Eintracht Frankfurt, found the net during a Europa League match in London against Tottenham. This match was part of his 'England-Casting', during which scouts from top English clubs, such as Newcastle, were present to evaluate him. Eintracht Frankfurt's sporting director, Markus Krösche, has reportedly set a minimum transfer fee of 80 million euros, and there are internal hopes within the club that Ekitiké could become their first player to be sold for 100 million euros. His performances in European competitions are enhancing his market value.

Hugo Ekitike is expected to be one of the most talked-about names this summer. Manchester United, Arsenal, Liverpool, Chelsea, and Newcastle United have all added the young French striker to their transfer lists. Bundesliga club Eintracht Frankfurt have set a price tag of €80 million for Ekitike. Although Eintracht Frankfurt plans to keep Ekitike until 2026, they would be open to selling him for the right offer. PSG is entitled to a 20% share of any future transfer profits.

Newcastle United were among the clubs with scouts in attendance to watch Ekitike against England. FootballTransfers has been informed that Newcastle are indeed eager to sign Ekitike, with the France U21 international set to become one of their primary targets if Alexander Isak departs this summer. Newcastle is set to challenge for Ekitike's signature this summer. Ekitike is reportedly set to cost around €72 million (£60m) during the 2025 summer transfer window.

90min reports on Arsenal's strong interest in the Frenchman as his potential transfer to the club heats up. Arsenal's interest is described as 'hot' and the Gunners are billed as the Frenchman's most likely destination, ahead of Newcastle, Liverpool and Manchester United at this stage.

Hugo Ekitiké, currently playing for Eintracht Frankfurt, is being targeted by Newcastle United as a replacement for Alexander Isak, who is expected to leave the club in the summer. Newcastle has already made initial contacts with Ekitiké's representatives to understand the conditions of a potential transfer. The transfer fee is set at a minimum of 80 million Euros.

Newcastle are reportedly considering Eintracht Frankfurt’s Hugo Ekitike as a replacement for Isak. The club had previously shown interest in Ekitike when he was with Paris Saint-Germain. Ekitike was close to joining Newcastle during his time at Stade Reims, but he decided to sign with Paris Saint-Germain instead. It is noted that the Ligue Un giants have a 20% sell-on clause in any deal, making them a party with vested interest in any potential transfer. Ekitike, who is under contract until June 2029, might be sold by Eintracht in the summer for at least €80 million.

Newcastle United is considering signing Hugo Ekitike as a potential replacement if their current forward, Alexander Isak, departs the club this summer. Previously, Ekitike had been on the verge of joining Newcastle during his tenure at Stade Reims but ultimately chose Paris Saint-Germain instead. Newcastle's interest in Ekitike persists, viewing him as a suitable candidate to fill Isak's shoes. Ekitike's transfer to Eintracht Frankfurt was finalized for €16.5m in July, and since then, he has netted 17 goals and contributed six assists in 32 matches across all competitions. His existing contract with Eintracht Frankfurt is valid until 2029, with an estimated transfer value of €41.2m. Should Isak, who has been associated with moves to Arsenal, Barcelona, Chelsea, and Liverpool, leave the club, Newcastle is prepared to actively pursue Ekitike as his replacement.

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