The Athletic and Fabrizio Romano both report that Newcastle have now cooled their interest in Eintracht Frankfurt’s Hugo Ekitiké. Earlier this week, Newcastle had a bid rejected for Ekitiké by

Liverpool have agreed personal terms with Hugo Ekitike as they press ahead in their attempt to sign the Eintracht Frankfurt striker. The Reds have identified Ekitike as they look to update their forward options under Arne Slot, with the player keen on a move to Anfield.

Liverpool are advancing in talks with Eintracht Frankfurt over the transfer of Hugo Ekitike. The club’s proposed package to sign the 23-year-old striker is in excess of €80million (£69.2m; $92.7m) and personal terms are not expected to be an issue.