Hugo Ekitiké Linked with £8.5m Fantasy Premier League Price Following Liverpool Move

Hugo Ekitiké has been assigned a Fantasy Premier League value of £8.5 million as the 2025/26 season approaches, offering managers an intriguing new forward option. The French striker recently completed his transfer from Eintracht Frankfurt to Liverpool, joining compatriot Florian Wirtz and fellow newcomers Jeremie Frimpong, Giorgi Mamardashvili, and Milos Kerkez on Merseyside.

Ekitiké has already begun pre-season duties in Asia, integrating with his new team ahead of Liverpool’s campaign kickoff. His initial FPL valuation matches that of Florian Wirtz, though it remains to be seen how quickly he will settle into Brendan Rodgers’s attacking setup.

Liverpool’s opening fixture at Anfield against Bournemouth is expected to feature Ekitiké leading the attack. However, the precise offensive formation is yet to be finalized, with options including Wirtz playing either centrally or on the left wing, and the presence of established attackers Cody Gakpo and Luis Díaz—assuming Díaz remains with the club. Pre-season matches against AC Milan, Yokohama F. Marinos, Athletic Club, and the FA Community Shield are likely to provide clarity on the team’s attacking roles.

Ekitiké’s performances in these fixtures, particularly in the Wembley Community Shield against Crystal Palace, will be key in determining his suitability as an FPL asset. Should he impress, he might represent a cost-effective alternative in the forward line. However, Fantasy managers may opt for more proven selections such as Erling Haaland or take a risk on other new arrivals like Viktor Gyökeres.

Additionally, ongoing transfer speculation surrounding Alexander Isak could further influence FPL strategies during the summer window.

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