Liverpool's Hugo Ekitike is making waves both on and off the pitch. The French striker, who joined the Reds from Eintracht Frankfurt for a cool £79 million, has quickly become a fan favourite. His performances have been impressive, and he even showed respect to his former club by not celebrating after scoring against them in a recent Champions League clash.
Ekitike's Top Picks: Salah Makes the Cut!
But it's not just his goal-scoring ability that's grabbing headlines. Ekitike recently revealed his top three strikers and wingers in world football, and a certain Liverpool teammate made the list. Alongside global superstars like Erling Haaland and Kylian Mbappe, Mohamed Salah earned a spot in Ekitike's esteemed selection.
Speaking to ESPN, Ekitike didn't hold back his admiration for Salah, highlighting his consistent performance and impact on the game. This endorsement from a fellow professional speaks volumes about Salah's standing in the world of football.
Olise to Liverpool? Ekitike's 'Mad' About the Idea!
Adding fuel to the transfer rumour fire, Ekitike also named Crystal Palace's Michael Olise as one of his favourite wingers to watch, alongside Lamine Yamal. When the interviewer expressed his admiration for Olise, Ekitike simply replied: "Yeah, mad."
Could this be a hint that Ekitike would like to see Olise join him at Anfield? With Liverpool fans always on the lookout for potential signings to bolster the squad, Olise's name has been circulating as a possible replacement for Salah in the future. Ekitike's endorsement will only intensify these rumours.
Olise has been impressive for Bayern Munich, consistently contributing goals and assists. A potential link-up between Ekitike and Olise at Liverpool could be a thrilling prospect for fans.
Ekitike's Impact on Liverpool
- Scored five competitive goals for Liverpool.
- Impressed with his performances in the Premier League and Champions League.
- Showed respect to his former club, Eintracht Frankfurt.
- Publicly praised teammates Mohamed Salah and Michael Olise.
Ekitike's arrival has certainly added a new dimension to Liverpool's attack. His talent, combined with his insightful opinions on the game, makes him a player to watch both on and off the field.