Liverpool’s New Forward Embracing Arne Slot’s ReignHugo Ekitike’s arrival at Liverpool feels like more than just another transfer. It’s the right move at the right time. The

Just because Liverpool could most likely afford Alexander Isak this summer, doesn’t mean they will sign the Newcastle star. After all, they have just recruited an exciting, young centre-forward who shares similar characteristics with the Swede, and a fee of £120–150 million could still dissuade them from pursuing a deal.

Liverpool boss Arne Slot has been busy in the transfer market this summer after winning the Premier League title during his maiden campaign in England. The Reds landed attacker Florian Wirtz, right-back Jeremie Frimpong and left-back Milos Kerkez earlier this summer, with Ekitike then opting to follow them to Anfield.