‘Every time I watch him’ - Liverpool legend hails Ekitike, claims he reminds him of Torres

Liverpool secured a comfortable 4-1 victory over Newcastle on Saturday night in the Premier League.

Ekitike was instrumental in the win, scoring twice and showcasing the clinical finishing that has led to the comparison. 

Gerrard, who formed a formidable partnership with Torres during his playing days, saw distinct similarities in Ekitike's style.

Speaking as a pundit for TNT, Gerrard highlighted Ekitike's second goal, a swift toe-poked finish past Nick Pope after defender Malick Thiaw allowed him space on the flank. 

"It's Torres-like," Gerrard commented. "He just gets it out of his feet and it's that toe poke. He reminds me of Torres, this player, every time I watch him."

The French forward's first goal was an instinctive strike inside the box, set up by Florian Wirtz, with whom he is building a potent attacking relationship. 

After the match, Ekitike was told about Gerrard's comparison and offered a modest reply. "Back in the day, I couldn’t watch the Premier League, to be honest; my mum didn't pay so I couldn't see!" the 23-year-old admitted. 

"I have watched some clips on YouTube. I will never put myself in that bracket. He was an incredible player." He added, "If I reach his level, it would be great. I have to keep working."

Ekitike, who joined from Eintracht Frankfurt for £69 million in the summer, has already scored 14 goals in all competitions.