Newcastle United are pushing ahead with their attempt to sign Eintracht Frankfurt striker Hugo Ekitike in the hope of pairing him with Alexander Isak next season.

Newcastle's Sweden international is the complete centre-forward and would make a fine squad even more formidable

The Swedish striker has three years left on his contract at Newcastle, with Liverpool assessing the situation and a potential bid this summer

Newcastle United will look to rub salt into the wounds of Liverpool in the transfer market this summer with a ruthless transfer move.

Newcastle’s pursuit of Hugo Ekitike has hit a roadblock after Eintracht Frankfurt turned down their opening bid and demanded improved terms.