According to a report from Fabrice Hawkins, Frankfurt striker Hugo Ekitike (23) is expected to travel to Liverpool today ahead of signing a six-year deal with the Reds. The France U21 international

Meanwhile, United's spending stands at just below £70m after the additions of Matheus Cunha and Diego Leon. However, that sum is set to more than double after the Old Trafford side agreed a £71m deal with Brentford for Bryan Mbeumo over the weekend.

Liverpool are on the brink of confirming the signing of striker Hugo Ekitike, with the forward set to link up with his new team in Hong Kong.

Liverpool manager Arne Slot took centre stage to help convince Eintracht Frankfurt star Hugo Ekitike to reject a move to Newcastle United and St. James’ Park in favour of Anfield, according to

Hugo Ekitike is expected to sign for Liverpool imminently and the Premier League champions are set to be joined by a fun-loving character in the dressing room

Liverpool will be signing a player ready to become the 'complete centre forward' in Hugo Ekitike after a ringing endorsement from an observer.