Hugo Ekitike is on the verge of joining Liverpool from Eintracht Frankfurt and it could affect Nicolas Jackson's short-term future at Chelsea.

Now, Liverpool have made a breakthrough in talks for Hugo Ekitike, with the player said to be prioritising a move to Anfield. His price tag is reportedly set at €100 million, though the expectation is that he could be available for slightly less.

Eintracht Frankfurt striker Hugo Ekitiké is on his way to Liverpool for a medical exam per Sky Germany journalist Florian Plettenberg: Hugo #Ekitike has been given the green light to travel to Liverpool today for his medical. Eintracht are receiving €90 million guaranteed plus €5 million in potential add-ons. Contract until 2031. #LFC

Two more of Liverpool's Premier League rivals were interested in signing striker Hugo Ekitike before the Reds beat Newcastle to agreeing a deal with Eintracht Frankfurt

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 have won the race to sign Eintracht Frankfurt star Hugo Ekitike after Arne Slot went on a charm offensive to bring the Frenchman to Anfield amid competition from Newcastle