Overview

• The French forward has three goals in his first four Liverpool appearances, becoming the first Red since 2013 to score in each of his first three games.
• He earned a maiden France call-up and debuted as a second‑half substitute against Ukraine during the international break.
• With Alexander Isak’s £125m move completed and the striker building fitness, Slot is weighing options that reports suggest include Ekitike playing left wing or as a No.10.
• Ekitike publicly backed Florian Wirtz after criticism in Germany, stressing their on‑field understanding and urging patience.
• He is expected to start at Burnley on Sunday as Liverpool begin a congested stretch that includes the Champions League and Carabao Cup.