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Eintracht Frankfurt striker Hugo Ekitike has become one of European football’s hottest commodities, with Liverpool among a host of clubs vying for his signature this summer.

The 22-year-old Frenchman’s explosive 2024–25 campaign—13 Bundesliga goals, 19 across all competitions—has positioned him as a prime target for clubs seeking a modern, versatile forward.

Since joining Frankfurt permanently in April 2024 for €16.5 million, Ekitike has silenced critics who questioned his PSG struggles.

His 2024–25 statistics reveal a striker hitting elite metrics:

Hugo Ekitike.

His off-ball movement—described as “elite” by scouts—and tendency to drift left to link play mirror Darwin Núñez’s role but with superior decision-making.

Defensively, his 2.3 tackles per 90 (85th percentile) add pressing intensity, a non-negotiable in Slot’s high-octane system.

Fabrizio Romano has confirmed that Hugo Ekitike is “expected to be on the move this summer”, while Lewis Steele has reported that the player is a name that is doing the rounds at Anfield.

And now a report from BILD has revealed how much Eintracht Frankfurt are looking to make for their star man, having already made a big sale in the form of Omar Marmoush to Man City this season.

Eintracht Frankfurt have set a firm asking price of €80 million for Hugo Ekitike, with Arsenal, Liverpool, and Manchester United among the clubs interested in signing the striker this summer

The Bundesliga side is confident they will secure this fee, given Ekitike’s exceptional season

Frankfurt initially acquired Ekitike for €20 million and stand to make a significant profit if their valuation is met.

They have already begun planning for his potential departure, identifying Jonathan Burkardt as a €20 million replacement

With interest from top clubs and Frankfurt’s certainty about their price tag, it seems the Frenchman’s situation is one to keep an eye on.

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