“Ekitike’s Newcastle Move SEALED! Medical IMMINENT as Mega Deal Shocks Football World – ESPN Drops Bombshell!”

Newcastle United have a knack for pulling off surprise signings, and Hugo Ekitike could be the next in line to follow that pattern.

Previous transfers like Sandro Tonali’s £55m switch from AC Milan and Alexander Isak’s £63m move from Real Sociedad were handled quietly and completed swiftly.

Now, the Magpies appear to be taking a similar approach with Ekitike.

According to Sky Sports’ Keith Downie, Newcastle officials were in Germany last week for talks, and Ekitike’s representatives were spotted at the club’s training camp in Austria, indicating progress toward a deal.

In a bold report from ESPN, French journalist Julien Laurens has claimed that Newcastle are “on the verge” of finalising an €80m (£69.5m) agreement with Eintracht Frankfurt.

Laurens also reports that Ekitike’s agent, Ali Barat, is currently resolving the final details of what would be a club-record signing.

The 23-year-old is believed to have agreed to personal terms on a five-year contract and is reportedly “ready for his medical,” suggesting the transfer is nearly complete from the player’s side.

If confirmed, this would be a major coup for Newcastle, securing a long-term attacking target and a versatile forward to complement £52m summer signing Anthony Elanga.

Ekitike is capable of playing alongside Alexander Isak or slightly behind the main striker, offering tactical flexibility.

The Frenchman enjoyed a standout season with 22 goals and 12 assists in all competitions and has also impressed at international level, scoring five goals in five appearances for France’s Under-21 side.

This move could provide Newcastle with a major boost in their attacking options ahead of the new season.