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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.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 27, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

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.

Early life and youth career

Ekitike was born in Reims and came through the youth system at Stade de Reims. He made his first-team debut in October 2020 and spent time on loan at Vejle Boldklub.

Club career

After playing for Reims and Paris Saint-Germain, Ekitike joined Eintracht Frankfurt before transferring to Liverpool in July 2025. Liverpool and other football sources describe the move as a major transfer after a strong season in Germany.

International career

Ekitike is a French international and has also represented France at youth level. Sources describe him as part of the France national team setup.

Playing style and role

He is listed as a forward or striker and is right-footed. Coverage of his rise at Frankfurt and Liverpool has highlighted his goal output and attacking contribution.

Key facts

  • Born on 20 June 2002 in Reims, France.
  • Plays as a forward and is right-footed.
  • Joined Liverpool in the summer of 2025 from Eintracht Frankfurt on a long-term contract.
  • Premier League records: 28 appearances, 11 goals, 4 assists.
  • Across all competitions in 2024–25 at Frankfurt: 22 goals and 12 assists.
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Canadian context

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

Frequently asked questions

Who is Hugo Ekitike?
Hugo Ekitike is 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, which makes him 24 years old.
What team does Hugo Ekitike play for?
He plays for Liverpool in the Premier League.
What is Hugo Ekitike's transfer news?
His latest major transfer was a summer 2025 move from Eintracht Frankfurt to Liverpool on a long-term contract.
What are Hugo Ekitike's statistics?
Premier League records list him with 28 appearances, 11 goals, and 4 assists, while Liverpool reported 22 goals and 12 assists across all competitions for 2024–25 at Frankfurt.

References

  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.