Ekitiké keen to leave Eintracht Frankfurt despite Champions League qualification
Hugo Ekitiké remains eager to leave Eintracht Frankfurt this summer, despite the club securing Champions League football, Sky Germany reports.
The French forward has been a key figure in a Frankfurt side that finished third in the Bundesliga, sealing a spot in Europe's top club competition on the final matchday of the season.
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However, the prospect of Champions League football hasn't altered Ekitiké's plans, with the club reportedly already informed of his intentions.
Sky Germany claims that Die Adler are demanding a staggering €100 million fee for the former Paris Saint-Germain striker.
Ekitiké enjoyed an outstanding 2024/25 campaign, racking up 22 goals and 12 assists in 48 appearances across all competitions.
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