According to Dean Jones, Frankfurt reiterated its 100 million euro asking price position on Ekitic. The player himself has begun to turn his attention to the Premier League transfer, but Newcastle still needs to strive for the green light of the trade release.

According to previous reports from Desky, Newcastle submitted a quotation of 80 million euros, but was rejected by Frankfurt.

23-year-old Ekitic made 33 appearances in the Bundesliga last season for Frankfurt, contributing 15 goals and 8 assists. The current German turnover price of the player is 75 million euros.