Ekitic talked about why Liverpool chose to reject Newcastle and its competition with Isaac.

"Why choose Liverpool over Newcastle? This is my choice and what I want because I feel more about Liverpool, and I know it's the right time and place. I'm eager to return to the top level stage, this time with more preparation, doing well in every aspect, and I don't think I'm choosing the wrong one."

"Last year, my data was also in a state of rising, and my team performed well and felt great. The problem is, I want to be a more stable player. Looking back on my career, I have never In a relaxed environment, I always face fierce competition, and competition does not scare me. Isaac is a very outstanding player. I have seen many of his games in Germany. He can help the team and help me to the next level. The key is the coach. If I perform well, I believe he will let me play, and maybe even let us both play at the same time. I think this is a good thing. Recently, I also made my debut for the French national team. I hope to continue to be selected and even participate in the 2026 World Cup, which requires me to continue to work hard. "