Hugo Ekitike: How Arne Slot Transformed the Striker’s Physicality
Liverpool manager Arne Slot has revealed the secret behind Hugo Ekitike’s sudden surge in form: a relentless focus on physical conditioning. The French forward, who initially struggled to mirror his Eintracht Frankfurt output in the Premier League, is now "reaping the rewards" of a grueling fitness program designed to handle the intensity of English football.
Ekitike’s Liverpool career started with a bang, scoring in his first three appearances. However, the subsequent arrival of Alexander Isak for a British-record £125 million fee, combined with the sheer physicality of the league, saw Ekitike’s form dip. Before his recent "purple patch," he managed just three goals in 17 matches.
According to Slot, the turnaround wasn't just tactical—it was about brute strength and stamina.
"He showed a lot of hard work to get to this fitness level," Slot said ahead of Liverpool's clash with Wolves. "It sometimes took me a bit of convincing that this is actually needed to become stronger... he didn't always do it with a smile, but he worked really hard."
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