The summer transfer window is fast approaching, and already a war of influence is launched across the Channel. The biggest English stables are engaged in a merciless struggle to attract a young French striker who has literally exploded this season in Germany to their nets. Several contenders were instantly, but the interest of two championship cadors today seems to stand out very clearly.
It is Hugo Ekitike, revelation of the Eintracht Frankfurt, who turns the head of English recruiters. At 22, the center-forward formed in Reims won the Bundesliga with a sparkling season: 22 goals and 12 assists in 48 games in all competitions. A yield that has not escaped Liverpool or Chelsea, both in search of a new offensive asset to energize their attack line this summer.
England tears Hugo Ekitike
On the side of Anfield, Arne Slot Place Ekitiké as a priority alternative to Alexander Isak, whose transfer from Newcastle promises to be almost impossible after the qualification of the Magpies for the Champions League. The Reds want to bet on the youth and the versatility of the French scorer, capable of quickly integrating into an intense pressing and a fast game forward.
Ekitike, the object of the desire of the big English clubs
Chelsea is not to be outdone and intends to double her rivals. The Blues, eager to strengthen themselves for their return to the Champions League, see Ekitiké the ideal profile to renew their offensive sector. Its ability to combine, finish and create discrepancies of London management strongly, ready to align with the financial requirements of Frankfurt.
Between Liverpool and Chelsea, the fight to offer Hugo Ekitiké therefore promises to be fierce and will lead the start of the transfer market. The player will have the privilege of choosing his destiny from the most prestigious English clubs, proof of the meteoric rise of the Native of Reims. It remains to be seen whether the Premier League will be the next step in its irresistible progression.
