Liverpool closing in on Eintracht Frankfurt striker Hugo Ekitike

Liverpool are on the verge of finalising a move for Eintracht Frankfurt striker Hugo Ekitike this summer.

According to BBC Sport, the Reds are in advanced talks to sign Ekitike in a deal worth more than £70m.

It is believed that the transfer will be wrapped up by this weekend.

Newcastle have already seen an offer worth £70m rejected by Frankfurt for the Frenchman, with Liverpool’s offer expected to surpass it.

The 23-year-old netted 15 goals in 31 starts as Frankfurt finished third in the Bundesliga last term and secured Champions League qualification.

However, Ekitike is a provider as well as a scorer, as he registered eight assists for Frankfurt.

Liverpool have also shown a major interest in Newcastle striker Alexander Isak, but the Magpies are not willing to sell the Sweden international at any price this summer.

Elsewhere, Liverpool have rejected Bayern Munich’s first official offer for winger Luis Diaz.

The Reds are not willing to part ways with Diaz, who is also attracting interest from Saudi Pro League club Al Nassr this summer. Liverpool executives view Diaz as pivotal for the coming seasons.

Liverpool have already rejected Barcelona’s attempt to sign Diaz this summer. The South American is currently not for sale.

Diaz, who joined Liverpool from Porto in 2022, has just two years left on his contract

Diaz played an instrumental role for Arne Slot’s side as they secured a record-equalling 20th league title.

The Colombia international racked up 50 appearances, scored 17 goals, and provided eight assists last season, featuring in an unfamiliar No.9 position.

Luis Diaz, who joined Liverpool from Porto in 2022, has just two years left on his contract, and talks over a new deal have yet to progress.