Hugo Ekitike (Liverpool)
August 2025
Hugo Ekitike is being considered for a first France call-up after scoring on his Liverpool debut against Crystal Palace and again versus Bournemouth. Deschamps could select him for September’s qualifiers, potentially at the expense of Randal Kolo Muani, whose PSG future remains uncertain. Ekitike’s sharp impact since joining from Eintracht Frankfurt has impressed both Liverpool staff and Deschamps’ camp. With Kolo Muani unsettled amid Juventus interest, the French coach may reward Ekitike’s form by handing him an international debut in crucial World Cup qualifiers.