Newcastle's interest in Hugo Ekitike goes back to January 2022, the first transfer window with their Saudi Arabian owners. Back then they were unable to make a deal work and in the summer they ultimately chose Alexander Isak instead.

Newcastle are being 'forced to accelerate' talks to sign Hugo Ekitike as they now also 'fear' a 'hijack' from a second Premier League rival.

Newcastle have reportedly identified a Premier League striker as an Hugo Ekitike, in a move which could stun Tottenham amid their own transfer attempts.

Newcastle United's initial bid of £70m for forward Hugo Ekitike has been turned down by Eintracht Frankfurt. Premier League champions Liverpool are also in the market for a central striker and have firm interest in Newcastle's Alexander Isak. BBC Sport understands Liverpool have made a move towards a deal for the Sweden striker in recent days.

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LIVERPOOL have declared war on Newcastle by opening talks with Eintracht Frankfurt to snatch Hugo Ekitike from Toon’s clutches. The Reds are ready to scupper the Magpies’ swoop for the French

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