Newcastle in Advanced Negotiations for Hugo Ekitike Signing

Newcastle United are in talks with Eintracht Frankfurt to sign striker Hugo Ekitike. The clubs are discussing financial terms for the move. Newcastle want to improve their attack before the new Premier League season.

WHAT IS THE LATEST?

Newcastle have made a bid for Ekitike. Reports say they offered €75 million. However, Frankfurt have set an £80 million price tag on the player. The clubs continue to negotiate. They are also talking to Ekitike and his agents about personal terms. Last season, Ekitike scored 22 goals in 48 games for Frankfurt and attracted interest from many top European teams.

According to a previous report, he scored 22 goals in 48 games last season.

EKITIKE’S IMPRESSIVE FORM AND TEAM CONTEXT

Hugo Ekitike, 23, became one of the top strikers in the Bundesliga last season. His 22 goals helped Frankfurt finish third in the Bundesliga, competing for European qualification according to a report. Newcastle want Ekitike after struggling in the Premier League. They finished 5th, but will want to improve this season, and will want to add a backup plan for starting striker Alexander Isak. Newcastle need more goals since Callum Wilson’s injury problems and consequent contract expiry at the club. They are eager to sign a top striker for the new season.

Eintracht Frankfurt finished third in the Bundesliga last season as confirmed in a report.

WHAT’S NEXT FOR NEWCASTLE AND FRANKFURT?

Newcastle’s first Premier League game is against Aston Villa. They are tied with several mid-table teams and are expected to make more signings before the transfer window ends. Frankfurt are set to begin their Bundesliga season and aim to do better than last year. If Ekitike leaves, Frankfurt must find a new striker quickly, as their current players lack his scoring ability. The negotiations are expected to be decided in the coming days.