Man United accelerate discussions to sign Hugo Ekitike

Ruben Amorim, Manager of Manchester United, looks on during a training session. (Photo by Matt McNulty/Getty Images)

Eintracht Frankfurt striker Hugo Ekitike has been linked with a move away from the club in recent weeks, and Manchester United have entered into talks to sign the player.

According to a report from French publication Footmercato, Manchester United are now making concrete progress in their effort to sign the player, and discussions have intensified over the last two days with the player’s representatives.

Man United in contact with Eintracht Frankfurt

Manchester United have made contact with the Bundesliga outfit regarding a potential move as well. They have made enquiries about his potential asking price. It remains to be seen whether they can negotiate a reasonable deal to sign the highly rated attacker. He has been previously valued at €100 million.

Meanwhile, Chelsea and Liverpool are keen on the player as well. It will be interesting to see if they come forward with an offer to sign the 22-year-old attacker in the coming weeks.

Man United need Hugo Ekitike

He has done quite well this past season, scoring 22 goals and picking up 12 assists in all competitions. He has the attributes to develop into a top-class Premier League striker, and Manchester United would do well to secure his signature. Ekitike has been labelled as a “special” player.

Rasmus Hojlund and Joshua Zirkzee have not been able to live up to the expectations, and their end product has been quite mediocre.

Manchester United need to bring in an upgrade if they want to return to the UEFA Champions League and fight for trophies. Ekitike could prove to be a solid investment for them. The young attacker will only improve with coaching and experience, and he could develop into a player for the Red Devils.

Regular football in England could help him improve further, and it could accelerate his development.

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