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Hugo Ekitike

Hugo Ekitike is a French professional footballer currently playing as a striker for Eintracht Frankfurt in the Bundesliga. Known for his height, speed, and finishing ability, Ekitike is considered a promising young talent. He has represented France at youth international levels, highlighting his potential on the international stage. His career trajectory is being closely watched as he develops within a major European league.

June 2002: Hugo Ekitike Born

Hugo Ekitike was born in June 2002, and plays as a striker for Bundesliga club Eintracht Frankfurt.

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2013: Ekitike joins Stade de Reims academy

In 2013, Hugo Ekitike joined the academy at Stade de Reims after starting his youth career at Cormontreuil FC.

July 2020: Ekitike signs first professional contract with Reims

On July 12, 2020, Hugo Ekitike signed his first professional contract with Reims.

October 2020: Ekitike debuts with Reims senior team

On October 17, 2020, Hugo Ekitike debuted with the senior team of Reims in a 3–1 Ligue 1 loss to Lorient.

2020: Ekitike joins Stade de Reims senior squad

In 2020, Hugo Ekitike, at age 18, joined the senior squad of Stade de Reims, after playing for their reserves team.

January 2021: Ekitike joins Vejle Boldklub on loan

On January 29, 2021, Hugo Ekitike joined Danish Superliga club Vejle Boldklub on loan for the remainder of the season.

September 2021: Ekitike scores twice against Nantes

On September 26, 2021, Hugo Ekitike scored Reims' second and third goals in a 3–1 win against Nantes after coming on as a substitute.

2021: Loan to Vejle Boldklub

In 2021, Hugo Ekitike was loaned to Vejle Boldklub.

January 2022: Ekitike rejects transfer to Newcastle United

In January 2022, Hugo Ekitike rejected a potential transfer to Newcastle United, despite "very good offers" received by Reims.

July 2022: Ekitike Joins Paris Saint-Germain on Loan

On July 16, 2022, Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) announced the signing of Hugo Ekitike on a season-long loan with an option to buy for a reported fee of €35 million, bonuses included.

August 2022: Ekitike's PSG debut

On August 6, 2022, Hugo Ekitike made his PSG debut as a substitute in a 5–0 league win away to Clermont.

2022: Ekitike transferred to Paris Saint-Germain

In 2022, Hugo Ekitike transferred to Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) on a loan deal with an option to buy.

June 2023: Permanent transfer to PSG

In June 2023, Hugo Ekitike's transfer to PSG became a permanent deal worth €28.5 million plus €6.5 million in bonuses.

September 2023: Ekitike excluded from Champions League squad

In September 2023, Hugo Ekitike was reportedly excluded from the Champions League squad for the 2023–24 season.

2023: Permanent transfer to PSG

In 2023, Hugo Ekitike's loan to PSG became a permanent transfer, but he made only one appearance as a permanent player.

February 2024: Ekitike moves to Eintracht Frankfurt on loan

In February 2024, Hugo Ekitike moved to Eintracht Frankfurt on a loan deal.

April 2024: Ekitike's transfer to Eintracht Frankfurt becomes permanent

In April 2024, Hugo Ekitike's loan deal with Eintracht Frankfurt turned into a permanent transfer.

April 2025: Eketike scores against Tottenham Hotspur in Europa League

On 10 April 2025, Hugo Eketike scored a long range strike in the Europa League quarter-finals first leg against Tottenham Hotspur.

2028: Ekitike to remain at Eintracht Frankfurt through 2028-29 season

Hugo Ekitike signed a deal with Eintracht Frankfurt to remain with the club until the end of the 2028-29 season.