Newcastle United have been told that transfer target Hugo Ekitike could become one of best strikers in Europe. However, transfer chiefs at St James' Park have been warned that tough negotiators Eintracht Frankfurt may not be willing to budge on their record-breaking demands over his transfer fee.

Liverpool have made contact with Eintracht Frankfurt over a possible move for Hugo Ekitike, who is also being targeted by Newcastle United. The Athletic reported on July 14 that Newcastle tried to secure Ekitike via an offer worth around €75million (£64.9m; $86.9m), which was turned down by Frankfurt.

Newcastle United are advancing talks for Hugo Ekitike while Liverpool preparing a move for Alexander Isak in a developing transfer saga.