Liverpool Signs Ekitike, PSG Gains Sell-On Fee

Liverpool have officially signed French striker Hugo Ekitike from Eintracht Frankfurt in a deal worth up to €95 million (£69 million plus add-ons), marking one of their most expensive transfers and contributing to a summer spend of over £250 million. Ekitike, 23, scored 22 goals in 48 games last season and is seen as an upgrade to Darwin Nunez, who is expected to leave. Liverpool secured Ekitike's signature after Newcastle's bid was rejected and after shifting focus from Alexander Isak, outbidding other top clubs such as Manchester United and Chelsea. PSG, Ekitike's former club, will receive 20% of the transfer fee due to a sell-on clause. Ekitike's arrival demonstrates Liverpool's intent to defend their Premier League title under new manager Arne Slot. The forward, whose style has been compared to Thierry Henry, is now positioned for greater international recognition ahead of the 2026 World Cup.