Ridle Baku - Soccer News, Rumors, & Updates

Nets winner Saturday Baku scored one goal on one shot, created one chance and won two tackles in Saturday's 3-0 win versus Heidenheim.

Impact Baku struck in the 62nd minute with his first goal of the season that wound up as the game winner. The midfielder has been providing a steady dose of tackles (five in last three games) and chances created (six in last three) but the goal contributions have not been there. For the season Baku now has one goal and two assists in 16 appearances and will look to build off Saturday's performance on Tuesday versus St. Pauli.

JANUARY 26 • ROTOWIRE

Sends in season-high five crosses Baku registered one shot (zero on goal), five crosses (two accurate) and two chances created in Wednesday's 2-0 victory versus SC Freiburg.

Impact Baku made his first start since the ankle injury that kept him sidelined for two games and left him unfit to start the previous match. He contributed to his seventh clean sheet with two tackles, one interception and one clearance, while remaining a threat in attack with one shot, two chances created and a season-high five crosses. Prior to the injury, he had started all 12 games, attempting 16 shots and creating 21 chances but recording only two assists. Defensively, he made 33 tackles, 12 interceptions and 40 clearances.

JANUARY 15 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to bench Baku (ankle) is on the bench for Saturday's match against Leverkusen.

Impact Baku has recovered from his ankle injury and is with the team Saturday, although the club appears to be taking his return cautiously with a spot on the bench. He will then use the break to ramp up his fitness, likely to return to a starting right-back role once fit.

DECEMBER 20, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Fit to face Leverkusen Baku (ankle) is an option for Saturday's match against Leverkusen, according to his club.

Impact Baku was expected to be out another match and return in the new year, but is now an option a match earlier, with the defender set to return against Leverkusen. The club will gain back its starting right-back ahead of the winter break, giving him further time to recover once he tests his legs. He has yet to miss a start until the injury, likely to return to that role once fit.

DECEMBER 18, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Trains individually Baku (ankle) was back in individual training Tuesday, according to his club.

Impact Baku is working on his recovery after two games out, with the defender back on the training field to work individually. This is massive news for the club, as the return of their right-back is nearing. However, Saturday's match against Leverkusen is likely too early, eyeing a return when facing St. Pauli on Jan. 10 after the international break.

DECEMBER 16, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Set for sidelines Baku suffered an ankle ligament injury and could miss the rest of the year, according to Philipp Hinze from Sky Sport DE.

Impact Baku will miss several weeks due to an ankle ligament injury suffered in Friday's draw against Gladbach. The right back is expected to miss at least two games and his presence against Leverkusen on Dec. 20 for the last game of the year is already a major doubt. While he is out, Lukas Klostermann is the main option to replace him on the right side of the backline, although Kosta Nedeljkovic can also be available for the spot.

DECEMBER 2, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up ankle injury Baku suffered an ankle injury in Friday's 0-0 draw against Gladbach, according to his club.

Impact Baku is heading to the sidelines for a spell of time, as the defender went down with an ankle injury that will keep him from competing this week. This is a rough development for the club, as he has yet to miss a start all season. The club will have to find a replacement at right-back for the time being, with Lukas Klostermann or Kosta Nedeljkovic as his possible replacement.

DECEMBER 1, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Records assist Baku assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal), three crosses (two accurate) and three chances created in Sunday's 2-0 win versus Werder Bremen.

Impact Baku would step up to earn the first assist of the game Sunday when finding Assan Ouedraogo in the 63rd minute, a lead the club wouldn't give up. This is only the defenders second assist of the season, with his last coming in their second match of the campaign. He would also add four tackles won and three clearances in the defense or a decent match all-around.

NOVEMBER 24, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Starting against Augsburg Baku (undisclosed) is in the starting XI for Saturday's clash against Augsburg.

Impact Baku was dealing with a minor knock after last weekend's win and was limited to individual training earlier in the week. The right-back appears to have recovered in time, as he returned to full training and is in the starting XI Saturday against Augsburg. He has now started all eight matches this season and remains a key figure in the backline.

OCTOBER 25, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Limited in training Baku has been limited in training Tuesday due to an injury he suffered facing Hamburger on Saturday, according to his club.

Impact Baku is suffering from a bit of a knock coming off of Saturday's win, as the right-back was limited to individual training Tuesday. This will be something to monitor for the defender, as he is a regular starter for the club, starting in all seven matches this season. He could make a turn around and be fit for Saturday's match against Augsburg if he trains with his teammates, or else Lukas Klostermann will likely be forced to start inhis place.

OCTOBER 21, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Dishes assist in win Baku assisted once to go with one shot (one on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and three chances created in Saturday's 2-0 victory against FC Heidenheim.

Impact Baku was quiet early in the match but became influential later, beginning with a shot on target in the 71st minute. Soon after, he assisted on a close-range shot by Romulo to put their side up 2-1. His three chances created in the match represent a mark he reached just twice in 15 appearances last season.

SEPTEMBER 1, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Involved in both goals Baku had an assist and scored a goal with his lone shot while crossing once accurately, creating two chances and making four tackles (winning one) during Saturday's 3-2 loss to Stu...

Impact Baku set up Xavi Simons in the 8th minute before scoring himself in the 44th to play a role in both Leipzig goals while leading the team in chances created and tackles. The wing-back ends the season with two goal involvements, a shot, four chances created and five tackles over his final three appearances.

MAY 17, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Assists twice against former club Baku had two assists from two chances created while taking two off target shots and making three tackles (winning three) during Friday's 3-2 win over Wolfsburg.

Impact Baku set up Lois Openda in the 11th minute and Xavi Simons in the 49th while leading Leipzig with three tackles. Baku has lined up in attacking midfield in back-to-back matches and has returned three goal involvements, four shots and four crosses in the advanced role.

APRIL 11, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Scores versus Hoffenheim Baku scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) and two crosses (zero accurate) in Saturday's 3-1 win over Hoffenheim.

Impact Baku found the back of the net Saturday, an unassisted strike in the 43rd minute which took the 2-1 lead. It marked his fourth goal contribution of the season and his first since Dec. 13. He was subbed off at halftime for Tidiam Gomis.

APRIL 6, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Solid in win Baku generated two shots (zero on goal) and two crosses (zero accurate) in Sunday's 2-0 victory versus FC St. Pauli.

Impact Baku played the full 90 Sunday and caused issues in the match, even if he was held off the scoresheet. Baku is a strong creative option with plenty of upside as a wing-back or midfielder, though he is asked to do more defensively with Leipzig. Baku's role is a bit tumultuous depending on a varying system.

FEBRUARY 9, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Leipzig signs wing back Ridle Baku from Bundesliga rival Wolfsburg

Leipzig has signed wing back Ridle Baku from Bundesliga rival Wolfsburg after an injury to Benjamin Henrichs

JANUARY 10, 2025 • Associated Press

Makes Leipzig move Baku completed a transfer to Leipzig from Wolfsburg, the club announced.

Impact Baku signed a deal through 2027 with his new club after finally getting his move away from Wolfsburg. Baku can play anywhere across the attack and throughout the midfield and defense, making him a supremely flexible option. Baku should see plenty of chances throughout the team in Leipzig, especially as they compete in so many competitions.

JANUARY 10, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Late call due to illness Baku is a late call for Saturday's match against Hoffenheim due to an illness, according to manager Ralph Hasenhuttl. "Ridle felt a little unwell yesterday but was back on the pitc...

Impact Baku is a late call for Saturday, likely coming down to a late fitness test after contracting an illness. However, he did return to training Thursday, leaving some confidence he could feature. He is a regular starter when fit, but after being a late call, he may be placed on the bench, with Jonas Wind or Patrick Wimmer likely replacing him while Tiago Tomas moves to the right flank.

JANUARY 8, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Sets up one of two goals Baku had an assist while taking three off target shots, crossing three times (two accurate) and creating four chances during Friday's 3-2 loss to Freiburg.

Impact Baku set up Jonas Wind in the 75th minute assisting Wolfsburg's first goal while leading the team with three shots. Baku has one goal involvement while combining for six shots over his last three starts.

DECEMBER 13, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in win Baku scored one goal to go with three shots (one on goal) and six crosses (zero accurate) in Saturday's 1-0 win versus Union Berlin.

Impact Baku scored his second goal of the year in the 69th minute, putting him joint third in total goals for the team this season. He also tallied two clearances and three tackles in his time on the pitch.

NOVEMBER 25, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Plays 25 minutes off bench Baku registered one shot (zero on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Saturday's 2-2 draw versus VfB Stuttgart.

Impact Baku did not miss any time after an undisclosed injury that forced him off at Leverkusen in Wolfsburg's previous game. The midfielder logged his first appearance off bench after four starts in a row. He logged one shot and now has six in the campaign.

SEPTEMBER 30, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Back on bench Baku (undisclosed) is on the bench for Saturday's clash with Stuttgart.

Impact Baku returned to the bench after missing out in training. The midfielder wasn't deemed fit enough for the start, likely prompting the change in formation. Baku's time with Wolfsburg has continued to be tumultuous, but he should be a contributor when fit.

SEPTEMBER 28, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Left out of training Baku was forced off against Bayer Leverkusen on Sunday and will be questionable for Saturday's match against Stuttgart.

Impact It sounds like Baku is expected to return Saturday after picking up a slight injury against Bayer Leverkusen. He had started all four games at right midfield, scoring once with five shots (two on target), 13 crosses (three accurate) and four interceptions.

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Nets in loss Baku scored one goal to go with three shots (two on goal), seven crosses (one accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 2-1 defeat to Eintracht Frankfurt.

Impact Baku found the back of the net during Saturday's loss, a surprising goal for the defender. Though he has been pushed into midfield and even the attack in recent matches. He was linked with a move away from the club but remained through the transfer window and now seems set for a solid role surprisingly high up the pitch.

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

No attacking output Baku made two interceptions, a tackle and two clearances during Saturday's 3-1 loss to Stuttgart.

Impact Baku was a part of the Wolfsburg back line that conceded three second half goals Saturday, leading the club with two interceptions in the match. Baku has started two straight matches for Wolfsburg, but has yet to flash major attacking upside from fullback this season.

OCTOBER 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

RIDLE BAKU NEWS

NEWS

BIO

STATS

VIDEOS

GAME LOG

Leipzig signs wing back Ridle Baku from Bundesliga rival Wolfsburg