Eintracht Frankfurt sporting director Markus Krosche admits that Hugo Ekitike could be allowed to leave the Bundesliga outfit amid interest from Liverpool.
The search for a new No.9 at Anfield continues with Arne Slot in need of someone to replace Darwin Nunez.
The media has linked huge names like Alexander Isak, Julian Alvarez and Viktor Gyokeres but concrete reports ar yet to suggest they are close to making a move for any particular striker.
It’s clear that Isak is the dream target but his £150m price tag makes a deal to sign him virtually impossible this summer.
In Germany, Liverpool’s attention has been fixed on Ekitike all season and while that does not mean he will join them, it’s very clear he is a player they like and think could work in Slot’s system.
At fullback, signing Jeremie Frimpong is this week’s priority, according to reports, and Milos Kerkez could follow suit.
Frankfurt chief admits that they could “let him go” for the right price this summer
While in conversation with German news outlet Sport1, Eintrach Frankfurt sporting director Markus Krosche admitted that if they receive the right fee, they could be willing to let Hugo Ekitike leave amid interest from the Reds.
Krosche said: “He’s one of the most interesting strikers on the European market.
“Hugo has to decide that. I’m glad we have him. If he decides otherwise, that’s our belief: if a player develops faster than us, we let him go.
“Hugo is an exceptional player who played a major role in our qualification for the Champions League . He certainly still has a lot of potential for development, as he’s only 22 years old.”
There is a £85 million release clause in Ekitike’s contract which makes signing him a very expensive endeavour for Liverpool.
What’s the latest on Liverpool signing Hugo Ekitike?
Journalist Ben Jacobs reports for GiveMeSport that Liverpool are looking at Ekitkike, Isak and Benjamin Sesko.
He said: “With Darwin Nunez expected to leave, a new striker is expected to come in. I still keep hearing Hugo Ekitike.
“And in addition to that, we know that Liverpool are one of the clubs that think Alexander Isak, if he genuinely is available, would be a perfect fit.
“In theory, he would be their top target, but again, if he’s not genuinely available, they’re not the kind of club to waste their time. And in addition to that, Benjamin Sesko has become high in Liverpool’s thinking as well.”