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Hugo Ekitike

Hugo Ekitike is a French professional footballer who plays as a forward for Liverpool and the France national team.

Updated September 11, 20261 min readCited sources

Hugo Ekitike is a French professional footballer who plays as a forward for Liverpool and the France national team. Born in Reims on 20 June 2002, he developed at Stade de Reims before moving through Paris Saint-Germain and Eintracht Frankfurt on his way to Liverpool.

What it is

Hugo Timothée Ekitike is a 1.89 m right-footed forward who joined Liverpool in July 2025 from Eintracht Frankfurt on a long-term contract. He previously played for Stade de Reims, Paris Saint-Germain, and Vejle Boldklub (on loan).

Key details

In the 2024–25 season at Eintracht Frankfurt, he scored 22 goals and provided 12 assists across all competitions. Premier League records show 28 appearances, 11 goals, and 4 assists. He is a French international and has represented the country at youth levels.

Why it matters

Ekitike’s move to Liverpool highlights his rise as a top Premier League forward. His performances are closely followed by Canadian audiences, who watch Liverpool and the Premier League extensively.

In short

  • French forward for Liverpool and France national team.
  • Joined Liverpool from Eintracht Frankfurt in summer 2025.
  • Scored 22 goals and 12 assists for Frankfurt in 2024–25.
  • Widely followed in Canada as a Premier League player.
Canadian angle

He is of interest to Canadian readers as a Premier League player, and Liverpool and Premier League coverage are widely followed in Canada.

Quick questions

Who is Hugo Ekitike?
A French professional footballer who plays as a forward for Liverpool and the France national team.
How old is Hugo Ekitike?
He was born on 20 June 2002, making him 24 years old.
What are Hugo Ekitike's statistics?
Premier League records: 28 appearances, 11 goals, 4 assists. Liverpool reported 22 goals and 12 assists across all competitions for 2024–25 at Frankfurt.

Sources

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hugo_Ekitike
    Supports: Birth name, date of birth, nationality, position, and overall career summary.
  2. Liverpool FC — https://www.liverpoolfc.com/team/mens/player/hugo-ekitike
    Supports: Current club, transfer to Liverpool, date of birth, nationality, and squad role.
  3. Premier League — https://www.premierleague.com/en/players/510663/hugo-ekitike/overview
    Supports: Current club and season statistics including appearances, goals, and assists.
  4. Bundesliga — https://www.bundesliga.com/en/bundesliga/news/hugo-ekitike-who-is-eintracht-frankfurt-striker-france-psg-26134
    Supports: Age, Frankfurt spell, position, and 2024/25 Bundesliga performance.
  5. BBC Sport — https://www.bbc.com/sport/articles/c8z09zye5gvo
    Supports: Background, early career at Reims, loan spell at Vejle, and early scoring record.
  6. Liverpool FC — https://www.liverpoolfc.com/news/hugo-ekitike-joins-liverpool-13-things-know-about-forward
    Supports: Transfer details and 2024–25 goal and assist totals at Eintracht Frankfurt.