Hugo Ekitike to Newcastle United transfer news
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Newcastle United are working hard to strengthen their attack this summer.

The club have already agreed personal terms with a talented striker who has been making waves in Germany.

After a successful season last year where Newcastle secured Champions League football, the Magpies are determined to improve their squad.

They know that more firepower up front is essential if they want to push into the Premier League’s top four (and, not rely on the fifth spot for Champions League qualification).

The player they have set their sights on is known for his speed and skill.

He is also only 23 years old, which means he has plenty of room to grow.

Newcastle’s interest shows they are not afraid to spend big to get the right man.

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According to AdlerNews, Newcastle have made a serious move for Hugo Ekitike.

They have reached an agreement with the striker over his personal terms.

This step puts them ahead of several rivals who were also watching him closely.

Liverpool were one of the clubs ready to jump in for Ekitike.

They planned to make an offer if Darwin Nunez left for Napoli. Manchester United also saw Ekitike as a backup option.

They were frustrated after missing out on Viktor Gyokeres, who is heading to Arsenal, and Victor Osimhen, who looks set to join Galatasaray.

Newcastle, however, wasted no time. They have already sent an official bid of over €70 million to Eintracht Frankfurt, according to Fabrizio Romano.

While that is a huge sum, it is still short of Frankfurt’s €100 million asking price.

The German club feel they hold a strong position because Ekitike had a great season and is under contract.

Hugo Ekitike to Newcastle United transfer news

Talks between Newcastle and Frankfurt are still ongoing.

Both clubs are hopeful they can find common ground.

The Magpies are ready to push hard because they believe Ekitike could be the missing piece in their attack.

Ekitike has been on the radar of Europe’s top teams since he first broke through in France.

His move to Germany helped him develop even further.

Last season, he scored important goals in the Bundesliga and showed he can handle big occasions.

Newcastle’s sporting director is said to be leading the negotiations personally.

The club want to wrap up the deal before the squad return for pre-season training.

If everything goes to plan, Ekitike could soon be wearing black and white.

For Newcastle fans, this would be a statement signing and a sign that the club mean business ahead of the new season.

Everyone will be watching closely to see if Newcastle can agree on the final fee and bring the French striker to St. James’ Park.