There are obviously two ways of looking at Liverpool's 3-2 victory over Atletico Madrid at Anfield on Wednesday evening. On the plus side, they scored another late winner. On the negative side, they needed another late winner.
Hugo Ekitike has been told to brace for bench duty behind "far better" Liverpool team-mate Alexander Isak once the British record signing regains full fitness. Ekitike and Isak both joined the Reds this summer as the champions spent heavily in the transfer window to bolster their attack. However, Isak only moved on deadline day and didn't get a full pre-season after essentially going on strike at Newcastle.
Hugo Ekitike has opened up on swiftly adapting to his new surroundings at Liverpool after matching Daniel Strurridge's 12-year-old record at Anfield. Ekitike has displayed fine form since moving to the Premier League from Eintracht Frankfurt this summer, already scoring three goals and has established himself as a regular starter under Arne Slot.
Liverpool believe that Hugo Ekitike can become their version of Kylian Mbappe or Erling Haaland, with data revealing startling comparisons.
Hugo Ekitike is looking forward to playing alongside new Liverpool signing Alexander Isak, as the Frenchman claimed that he is not worried about the competition. Ekitike has made a bright start to his journey at Anfield, scoring three goals in his first four appearances. Yet the English champions went ahead and completed the blockbuster signing of Isak on deadline day.
An agent has revealed how Liverpool were able to snatch Hugo Ekitike from under the noses of Newcastle, with a £79 million ($107m) deal pushed through.
The British-record buy is a certain starter once fully fit, meaning Arne Slot is going to have some big selection calls to make
The France international played his part in last season's success but his start to the current campaign is too poor to ignore
Hugo Ekitike is in contention for a first call-up for France after making an excellent start to the season with new club Liverpool.
