Newcastle United’s pursuit of Hugo Ekitike has drawn a revealing response from one of the striker’s Eintracht Frankfurt teammates, offering unique perspective on the Frenchman’s mindset amid growing transfer speculation.
Magpies in Active Negotiations for Young Striker
The Tyneside club have reportedly intensified discussions with Frankfurt regarding the France U21 international, with sources indicating Newcastle hope to secure a deal around £70 million – significantly below Frankfurt’s reported £86 million valuation. The 21-year-old forward has attracted attention from several Premier League rivals, including Liverpool, with Chelsea, Arsenal, and Manchester United previously linked.
Teammate Offers Insider View on Transfer Situation
Experienced Frankfurt defender Timothy Chandler provided rare insight into Ekitike’s professional approach despite the swirling rumors. “He’s completely open about it; we talked about it on the first day,” Chandler revealed to Sport Bild. The American international emphasized Ekitike’s commitment: “If he stays here, he’ll do everything for Eintracht. I completely believe him.”
Praise for Attitude Amid Uncertainty
Chandler went on to commend his young teammate’s work ethic, noting: “He’s pushing hard. You really have to say that.” The veteran defender highlighted Ekitike’s mature perspective, quoting the striker’s pragmatic approach: “If something happens, something happens; if not, then it doesn’t.” Chandler concluded with strong endorsement: “He’s a very, very good kid… even if he stays, he’ll still give it his all.”
Transfer Stance Becomes Clearer
These comments from within the Frankfurt camp suggest Newcastle may face stiff competition for Ekitike’s signature, while also revealing the player’s admirable professionalism regardless of the summer’s outcome. As negotiations continue, Chandler’s testimony provides valuable context about the character of Newcastle’s potential record signing.
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