Speaking ahead of the game at St James’ Park, Howe insists he has no doubt that Ekitike will thrive in the Premier League.
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‘I think there’s no doubting that I really like Hugo and have done for a number of years,’ Howe said.
‘He’s someone that we’ve tracked for a long time. He’s got really good qualities, and I think he showed that in his first Premier League game – very good debut against Bournemouth.
‘He’s got really good movement, he’s intelligent, he’s good in the air, scores goals, a very good finisher, scores off both feet.
‘I think he’s got a load of qualities that will serve him really well in the Premier League.
‘Our job will be to keep him quiet and try to control him, but certainly he’s going to be a threat this year.’
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