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DARK SECRETS: Reims surprised by hugo ekitike as french hotshot ponders newcastle switch | Vintage Vibes

Reims president Jean-Pierre Caillot admits the French club have been taken by surprise by the meteoric rise of Newcastle United target Hugo Ekitike.

The 19-year-old, who could be joining the Magpies this summer, is one of Europe's hottest properties right now. Borussia Dortmund and PSG are just two of the names linked with a move for the youngster.

But talk of a move to the Premier League or one of Europe's elite this time last year would have been unthinkable as Ekitike returned from a relatively successful loan spell with Danish club Vejle BK.

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