This article was originally published on www.si.com as Liverpool Announce Hugo Ekitike Signing, Pre-Season Status Confirmed. Liverpool announced the signing of French striker Hugo Ekitike on Wednesday after the player completed a medical and agreed to personal terms.

At just 23 years old, Hugo Ekitike arrives with a growing reputation and an impressive record in the Bundesliga. Liverpool turned to the France youth international after failing to make headway in their pursuit of Newcastle’s Alexander Isak. With the Isak trail cold, attention swiftly shifted to Ekitike, who quickly became the club’s priority.

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