Hugo Ekitike is a Liverpool player, having joined the Reds in the 2025 summer transfer window. He has been a huge hit in the early stages of the season, scoring in the Community Shield and against Newcastle United in the Premier League.
All eyes will be on Ekitike now that Liverpool have also announced the signing of Alexander Isak – a proven goal scorer in England’s top flight.
*This article was published on 16th July 2025*
Liverpool are reportedly closing in on Eintracht Frankfurt striker Hugo Ekitike despite speculation regarding the Reds and a bid for Newcastle United striker Alexander Isak.
According to the latest football betting odds at William Hill, the defending Premier League champions are 1/3 (from 5/6) to sign the striker before the end of the transfer window.
Bet on the Premier League at William Hill
Newcastle were clear favourites to land the Frenchman this summer but things haven’t gone to plan for the Magpies. Reports suggested that Frankfurt rejected their £70 million bid and that has opened the door for Liverpool.
Arne Slot’s men now top the betting, with media speculation claiming the Reds will place an official bid in the near future. With Liverpool looking to bolster their squad ahead of 2025/26, he could be a huge hit at Anfield.
From a Newcastle perspective, this could mean that Isak – linked with a move to Anfield in the past few days – stays at St James’s Park. He is one of the top strikers in the Premier League and would be very difficult to replace.
Hugo Ekitike Next Club Odds:
Punters can bet on Hugo Ekitike’s next club at the end of the summer transfer window at William Hill and here is the current state of the market:
- Liverpool – 1/3
- Newcastle United – 9/4
- Manchester United – 33/1
- Chelsea – 33/1
- PSG – 33/1
- Tottenham Hotspur – 40/1
- Bar – 50/1
It looks a two-horse race for Ekitike’s signature, with the likes of Manchester United, Chelsea and Paris Saint-Germain out at 33/1 to sign him this summer.
Spokesperson for William Hill, Lee Phelps, said: “After reports of Newcastle’s £70 million bid for Hugo Ekitike being turned down, Premier League champions Liverpool have swooped into contention to sign the striker.
“The Reds have leapfrogged Newcastle to become the firm favourites in the betting to land Frenchman’s signature as they look to bolster their attack, especially with the speculation around the potential departure of Darwin Nunez.
“The Uruguayan is odds-on to head to Saudi Arabia before the window slams shut, with interest from Spain, Italy and Portugal all potential destinations for the striker.”
*Odds correct at time of writing – prices subject to change*
