LIVERPOOL have bolstered their title-winning squad further with the signing of Hugo Ekitike.The French forward follows in the footsteps of Jeremie Frimpong, Milos Kerkez and Florian Wirtz in joining the Reds for the 2025/26 season.Dream TeamNew kid on the block[/caption]Far from resting on their laurels, Arne Slot’s side seem to be strengthening ahead of the new campaign, in spite of Trent Alexander-Arnold’s exit, and Dream Team managers will naturally be intrigued by the new recruits.Ekitike cost Liverpool £69million (plus add-ons) but you can select him in exchange for £5million of your initial budget when he’s added to the game.This puts the 23-year-old level with Matheus Cunha, Dominic Solanke, Jarrod Bowen, Son Heung-min and Omar Marmoush.If Ekitike establishes himself as the undisputed first-choice striker for what appears to be a very strong Liverpool side then he may be deemed very affordable.GettyEkitike starred for Frankfurt throughout 2024/25[/caption]That being said, the ex-Frankfurt striker is untested in English football and last season was his first truly fruitful campaign.He scored 22 goals and provided 12 assists in all competitions for the Bundesliga outfit.That breaks down further to a goal involvement every 107.2 minutes – a very healthy rate.For comparison, the aforementioned Marmoush recently traded Frankfurt for a top English team and he settled in almost immediately.Liverpool fans and Dream Team bosses may be encouraged by this recent example but it’s important to remember that each case is unique.Plenty of players have thrived in Germany but needed some time to adapt when thrust into the demanding environment of the Premier League.Play Dream Team now!Play The Sun Dream Team ahead of the 2025/26 seasonFree to playOver £100,000 in total prize moneyPlay in Mini Leagues against your matesSubmit a team for Gameweek 1 to enter £5,000 prize drawPlay via Dream Team’s app or website today!GettyLiverpool’s new additions appear to have strengthened the squad significantly[/caption]Whether Ekitike replicates Marmoush’s smooth transition or requires a bedding-in period remains to be seen and this uncertainty limits his Dream Team viability to some degree.But many gaffers will surely feel he’s worth a roll of the dice from the get-go.If he hits the ground running then his price will soon increase and the early birds will benefit.Ekitike will be added to the game as soon as possible – keep your eyes peeled!Open to residents of UK and Rep of Ireland, 18+ only. T&Cs apply.