Liverpool have made contact with Eintracht Frankfurt over a possible move for Hugo Ekitike, who is also being targeted by Newcastle United. The Athletic reported on July 14 that Newcastle tried to secure Ekitike via an offer worth around €75million (£64.9m; $86.9m), which was turned down by Frankfurt.

Eintracht Frankfurt have teased a glimpse of Hugo Ekitike's quality as Liverpool push to sign the Frenchman. The Reds have agreed personal terms with the 23-year-old after opening talks with the Bundesliga club.

The Athletic and Fabrizio Romano both report that Newcastle have now cooled their interest in Eintracht Frankfurt’s Hugo Ekitiké. Earlier this week, Newcastle had a bid rejected for Ekitiké by