Chelsea are on the verge of reaching a verbal agreement with France forward of Cameroonian descent, Hugo Ekitike.
The Blues have already started preparations to strengthen their squad for the 2025/26 football season.
Although the club could not compete for the English Premier League title in the 2024/25 season, they managed to win the Europa Conference League trophy.
Keen on challenging for the EPL next season, the club wants to bolster their attack.
Already, Chelsea have reached a deal to sign English striker Liam Delap. The club is now in talks to also sign Hugo Ekitike.
Today, sources have revealed that the Blues are in advanced talks with the player and are close to reaching personal terms with the in-demand striker.
The Bundesliga side is currently demanding a transfer fee of €100 million to sanction a sale this summer.
Chelsea believes the fee is too high and are negotiating for Frankfurt to lower their demand.
Hugo Ekitik last season scored 22 goals in 48 appearances and established himself as one of the lethal youngsters in Europe.
