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Yahoo
02-06-2025
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Bundesliga star duo ruled out of U21 Euros
Two French Bundesliga players have been ruled out of the upcoming U21 European Championship. The French Football Federation confirmed on Monday that Eintracht Frankfurt forward Hugo Ekitiké has withdrawn from the squad due to back problems. Advertisement VfB Stuttgart midfielder Enzo Millot will also miss the tournament, having pulled out for family reasons. Millot may have already played his final game for Stuttgart. The 22-year-old has been heavily linked with a summer move and reportedly has a release clause in the region of €18-20 million.
Yahoo
20-05-2025
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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. Advertisement 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.
Yahoo
19-05-2025
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‘If a player develops faster than us, we let him go' – Eintracht boss on Hugo Ekitiké
Hugo Ekitiké has aroused interest from several Premier League clubs, and now Eintracht Frankfurt Sporting CEO Markus Krösche hints that the Frenchman may leave the Bundesliga club in the summer. Speaking to Sport1, Krösche said: 'He's one of the most interesting strikers on the European market. Hugo has to decide that [ed. His future]. I'm glad we have him. If he decides otherwise, that's our credo. If a player develops faster than us, we let him go.' Advertisement Although Ekitiké has a contract until 2029 and Eintracht Frankfurt have qualified for the Champions League, Sky Germany report that the Frenchman could still leave the Hessen club in the summer. In regards to his statement, Krösche referred to the sale of Omar Marmoush, who joined Manchester City for €80m including bonuses in January, midway through the season. In addition to Marmoush, Randal Kolo Muani, Sebastien Haller and Luka Jovic are all strikers who left die Adler for substantial fees, and Ekitiké – who has scored 15 and provided nine assists this season – could be next with Arsenal, Liverpool and Manchester United monitoring the player's situation. GGFN | Daniel Pinder
Yahoo
16-05-2025
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Liverpool Make Major Decision on £84M-Rated Manchester United Target With PSG Sell-on Clause
Liverpool and Manchester United are among the clubs interested in Hugo Ekitiké, and PSG are set to benefit from his potential move. All indications suggest the young striker will leave Eintracht Frankfurt soon, and the Parisians are set to earn a cut from the transfer thanks to a 20 percent sell-on clause. Advertisement Newcastle are still eyeing Ekitiké as a potential replacement for Alexander Isak. They've been tracking him since his time in Paris, and now, according to CaughtOffside, another Premier League club has entered the race for the 22-year-old. Manchester United are also reportedly keen on the Frenchman. Football Insider states that the club has been keeping an eye on Ekitiké's performances in Frankfurt while looking for a new No. 9 ahead of the summer. Liverpool ramping up interest in ex-PSG attackerGIVE ME SPORT reported on Wednesday that Liverpool are planning to send scouts to watch Ekitiké this weekend as they continue to evaluate whether to offer him an escape route from Eintracht Frankfurt. Advertisement This comes after Arne Slot and the club's owners, Fenway Sports Group, reportedly decided to explore the possibility of making a big-name signing in their pursuit of more attacking options. Moreover, the report claims that Liverpool are expected to be among many clubs attending the match at Europa-Park Stadion, with a clear focus on assessing Ekitiké, who has been involved in 33 goals across all competitions this season. However, his £84 million price tag may present a challenge.
Yahoo
06-05-2025
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Christian Falk Confirms Arsenal, Liverpool Interest in Man Utd Target With PSG Sell-on Clause
Paris Saint-Germain are keeping a close eye on Hugo Ekitiké's potential move to Eintracht Frankfurt, with a 20 percent sell-on clause in place that could bring a financial boost if the deal goes through. Newcastle remain interested in the 22-year-old forward as a possible replacement for Alexander Isak. They had previously targeted Ekitiké during his time at PSG, and CaughtOffside recently reported that another Premier League club is also in the mix. Advertisement Manchester United are reportedly monitoring the situation as well. As Football Insider previously noted, United have been tracking Ekitiké's progress at Eintracht Frankfurt this season while exploring options for a new No. 9 ahead of the summer transfer window. What's the latest on Hugo Ekitiké?Journalist Christian Falk revealed the latest on Ekitiké, noting that Liverpool and Arsenal want the FrenchmanEkitiké. 'The bosses of Frankfurt assume that the striker will leave at the end of the season, also like Omar Marmoush to Manchester City did,' Falk said. 'But they want, again, a high price for the striker. Advertisement '€100 million is the price tag, and they are nearly qualified for the Champions League in the next season, so they will have a lot of money from that. And so they have a little hope him if somebody doesn't pay the price. It's getting very interesting — €100 million, a lot of money.' According to a recent report from CaughtOffside, Manchester United are keeping a close eye on Ekitiké as they look to bolster their attacking options. Eintracht Frankfurt have reportedly put an €80 million price tag on the French striker, with Arsenal also considering a potential move.
