History of Hugo Ekitike in Timeline

Hugo Ekitike is a French professional footballer who plays as a striker. He currently plays for Premier League club Liverpool and represents the France national team. A promising talent, Ekitike is known for his striking ability and potential on the field.

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June 2002: Hugo Timothée Ekitike's Birth

Hugo Timothée Ekitike was born on 20 June 2002 in Reims, Marne, France, to a Cameroonian father and a French mother.

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2013: Joined Stade de Reims Academy

In 2013, Hugo Ekitike joined the academy at Stade de Reims.

July 2020: Signed First Professional Contract with Reims

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

October 2020: Senior Team Debut

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

2020: Called to Senior Squad

In 2020, Hugo Ekitike, at 18, began his professional career with Stade de Reims, playing for their reserves team before being called up to the senior squad.

January 2021: Loan to Vejle Boldklub

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

September 2021: Scored Goals Against Nantes

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

2021: Loan Spell at Vejle Boldklub

In 2021, Ekitike had a loan spell at Vejle Boldklub.

January 2022: Rejected Transfer to Newcastle United

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

July 2022: Signed by Paris Saint-Germain on Loan

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

August 2022: PSG Debut

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

2022: Interest from Newcastle United

According to The Athletic and The Independent, Newcastle United had also offered €75 million (£70 million) for Ekitike, echoing their approach for the player in 2022, but Ekitike made clear his preference to join Liverpool.

2022: Loan to Paris Saint-Germain

In 2022, Ekitike had a loan spell at Paris Saint-Germain, winning the Ligue 1 title and appearing in the UEFA Champions League.

June 2023: Permanent Transfer to PSG

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

September 2023: Excluded From Champions League Squad

In September 2023, it was reported that Ekitike was excluded from the Champions League squad for the 2023–24 season.

2023: Full Transfer to Paris Saint-Germain

In 2023, Ekitike's loan to Paris Saint-Germain became a full transfer, although he only made one league appearance as a permanent player.

2023: Kolo Muani Transfer

The transfer includes an €80 million (£69 million) initial payment, and €15 million (£13 million) of performance-related add-ons that, if reached, would present a club-record fee for Eintracht Frankfurt, surpassing the €95 million (£82.3 million) paid for Randal Kolo Muani by Paris Saint-Germain in 2023.

February 2024: Loan to Eintracht Frankfurt

On 1 February 2024, Ekitike signed for Bundesliga club Eintracht Frankfurt on loan until the end of the season with a buy option.

April 2024: Loan to Eintracht Frankfurt

In April 2024, Ekitike was sent on loan to Eintracht Frankfurt, joining the club on a permanent basis later that year.

2024: Bundesliga Finish

By the end of the 2024 season, Ekitike had a good season. The club finished in 3rd place in the Bundesliga, securing a spot in the 2025–26 Champions League.

April 2025: Scored in Europa League Quarter-Finals

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

July 2025: Signed by Liverpool

In July 2025, Ekitike was signed by Liverpool for a reported fee of €80 million (£69 million).

August 2025: First Call Up to French Senior Team

On 31 August 2025, Ekitike received his first call up to the French senior team, replacing the injured Rayan Cherki.

2025: Bundesliga Team of the Season

By the end of the 2024–25 season, at the end of the campaign, Ekitike appeared in the 2024–25 Bundesliga Team of the Season.

2026: FIFA World Cup Qualification

He went on to make his senior international debut on 5 September, coming off the bench with around ten minutes remaining in a 2026 FIFA World Cup qualification against Ukraine, which ended in a 2–0 victory for France.

2028: Contract until 2028-29 Season

On 26 April, the buy option in Ekitike's loan deal at Eintracht Frankfurt was activated, and he was transferred for a fee of €16.5 million. He signed a deal until the end of the 2028–29 season.