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.

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

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.