Hugo Ekitike takes drastic action in desperate bid to force Liverpool transfer throughLiverpool nears Hugo Ekitike signing after the French striker’s transfer request at Eintracht Frankfurt. Ekitike, a more affordable option than Newcastle’s Alexander Isak, becomes Liverpool’s prime target. The Reds may activate his £86.5m release clause, adding him to their potent attack alongside Salah, Diaz, Gakpo, Nunez, and Chiesa.