Below is the latest on both Liverpool and Newcastle being in the hunt for the same forwards and it appears they have finally decided to focus their attention on different players.

Liverpool target Hugo Ekitike has reportedly handed in a transfer request at Eintracht Frankfurt as he looks to get his move to Anfield over the line. The Frenchman has emerged as Liverpool's top target this summer after appearing to move on from Newcastle ...

One name dominating the conversation is Alexander Isak, with Panenka LFC offering a fascinating analysis of why the Swedish forward is at the top of Liverpool’s shortlist. “If he’s not available, then they will turn to sign Hugo Ekitike.

He outlined this afternoon ( via X ): ‘Hugo Ekitike wants to join Liverpool. The striker has agreed in principle to the move if a deal can be struck between the clubs, and Liverpool have indicated to Eintracht Frankurt that they are ready to make an official offer. Talks are progressing and things are expected to move quickly.

While his haul of 15 league goals in 2024-25 was a career best, his finishing appears a potential weakness. The 23-year-old underperformed his expected goals total by 6.7 and converted just 12.8% of his shots – with Isak almost twice as lethal in front of goal last season.

Newcastle United are on the hunt for a new centre-forward after seeing a bid for Hugo Ekitike rejected earlier this week.The Magpies look set to lose their transfer battle with Liverpool for the

Liverpool have opened talks with Hugo Ekitike as an alternative to Alexander Isak, Arsenal are yet to complete the signing of Viktor Gyokeres and Manchester United's summer has hit a snag