Hugo Ekitike transfer odds emerge as Thomas Frank wants new striker at Tottenham
Tottenham are keen on signing a new striker this summer, with Thomas Frank now hired as the manager.
Eintracht Frankfurt striker Hugo Ekitike has been linked with an exit this summer, with Liverpool and Chelsea believed to be among those keen on securing his services.
Spurs are also keen on bolstering their attacking ranks and Brentford star Bryan Mbeumo has emerged as a prime target.
Tottenham given outside chance to sign Ekitike this summer
While a striker is on the radar for the Lilywhites, Ekitike is not expected to be among the likely arrivals at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, as things stand.
According to bet365, Spurs are given 25/1 chances to sign the France international in the coming weeks.
| Club | Appearances | Goals | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|
| E. Frankfurt | 64 | 26 | 14 |
| Paris SG | 33 | 4 | 4 |
| Stade Reims | 28 | 11 | 4 |
| Stade Reims B | 14 | 6 | 1 |
| Vejle BK | 11 | 3 | 2 |
While their odds are better than those of Real Madrid, Borussia Dortmund and Bayern Munich, they’re still not among the frontrunners.
Currently, Liverpool are said to be the favourites to sign the 22-year-old, with odds of 7/2.
He’s given 9/2 odds to stay put at Frankfurt and the same odds to move to Chelsea instead, given they’ve qualified for the Champions League.
Frank must pursue alternatives to Ekitike
Tottenham should avoid signing Ekitike in the summer due to several concerns that outweigh his potential.
Despite his impressive 26 goals and 14 assists in 64 appearances for Eintracht Frankfurt, Ekitike’s £85million price tag is a significant risk for a 22-year-old with only one standout Bundesliga season.
His earlier struggles at Paris Saint-Germain, where he managed just four goals in 33 games, raise doubts about his ability to handle the Premier League’s physicality and pressure.
Critics argue he’s not ready to lead a title-chasing club’s attack and that is what Frank would want.
Additionally, the Frenchman’s lack of consistent physical presence could hinder him against robust defences.
Tottenham’s recent Europa League success saw them qualify for the Champions League and that competition demands a proven, versatile forward who fits their high-energy system.