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First UCL assist Poku had an assist while taking two off target shots and creating two chances during Wednesday's match against Olympiacos.

Impact Poku set up Patrik Schick in the 60th minute while tying for the team-high in chances created as of his substitution in the 76th minute. The assist was the first career Champions League goal involvement for Poku as he's combined for four shots and three chances created over his last three appearances in the competition.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Goal, assist in win Poku scored one goal and assisted once from one shot and one chance created in Saturday's 4-0 victory against FC St. Pauli.

Impact Poku was a star offensively, registering a goal and an assist in an easy win for Leverkusen. He should continue having success when the side meets Olympiacos in the UCL playoffs, as Olympiacos allowed 14 goals during the league phase.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Assists as substitute Poku had an assist with his lone chance created during Saturday's 3-1 win over Frankfurt.

Impact Poku subbed into the match in the 82nd minute and set up Aleix Garcia in the 93rd for Leverkusen's third goal. The assist was the first goal involvement since November 8th for Poku as he's combined for three shots, three chances created and a cross over his last three league appearances.

JANUARY 31 • ROTOWIRE

Quiet in loss Poku had two shots (zero on goal) in Saturday's 1-0 defeat versus Hoffenheim.

Impact Poku took a pair of shots, failed to put either on target and was left frustrated Saturday. The forward just couldn't find any space to work in and didn't have time on the ball when he did. Leverkusen are still a strong team going forward so one bad match isn't reason to totally fade Poku moving forward.

JANUARY 19 • ROTOWIRE

Bench option Poku (undisclosed) is on the bench for Saturday's match against Stuttgart.

Impact Poku was likely to be an option for Saturday and he is, with the forward an option from the bench. He has started in every match leading up to his injury since the start of October, likely to return to a starting role once he tests his legs.

JANUARY 10 • ROTOWIRE

Available to play Saturday Poku (undisclosed) is back available for Saturday's clash against Stuttgart, coach Kasper Hjulmand said in the press conference, according to BILD.

Impact Poku missed the last Bundesliga game of the year due to an undisclosed injury that he could clear over the Winter break since he is back available for Saturday's clash against Stuttgart. The forward has been a regular starter for the Werkself this season and is expected to claim back that role now that he is an option again.

JANUARY 9 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out against Leipzig Poku (undisclosed) is ruled out for Saturday's clash against Leipzig, coach Kasper Hjulmand said in the press conference.

Impact Poku is dealing with an injury and won't be available before early January. The versatile forward has been an undisputed starter for the Werkself this season, therefore his absence is a blow for the team, evenmore after that he recently was the player to replace Alejandro Grimaldo when needed on the left flank. The absence of Poku could increase the playing time of Nathan Tella until he returns to full fitness.

DECEMBER 19, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Involved in two of six goals Poku scored a goal with his lone shot and had an assist while creating two chances during Saturday's 6-0 win over Heidenheim.

Impact Poku set up Patrik Schick in the second minute before scoring himself in the 27th and then subbed off at halftime with the game well in hand. The attacker has three goal involvements to go along with three shots, four chances created and a cross over his last three Bundesliga appearances.

NOVEMBER 8, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Starts in frontline Poku (thigh) is in the starting XI for Saturday's clash against Heidenheim.

Impact Poku was forced off late in Wednesday's clash against Benfica due to a thigh injury, but the issue turned out to be minor. He has recovered in time and starts in the frontline for Saturday's clash against Heidenheim. The forward returns to the XI after shaking off the knock without complications and highlighting how important he is in the system.

NOVEMBER 8, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Available against Heidenheim Poku (thigh) is back available for Saturday's clash against Heidenheim since he wasn't mentioned in the injury report by coach Kasper Hjulmand in the press conference.

Impact Poku was forced off late in Wednesday's clash against Benfica due to a thigh injury, but the issue turned out to be minor as he is back available for Saturday's clash against Heidenheim and is expected to resume a starting role.

NOVEMBER 7, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers thigh issue Poku was forced off limping in the 88th minute of Wednesday's 1-0 win over Benfica in the Champions League due to a thigh issue, according to Ghana Soccer Net.

Impact Poku couldn't finish Wednesday's clash against Benfica as he was forced off limping after feeling an issue in his thigh. The forward will likely be assessed in the coming hours to determine the extent of the issue and whether he can be available for Saturday's clash against Heidenheim, which comes quickly. Poku has been an undisputed starter in the frontline for the Werkself, and if he had to miss the clash, Eliesse Ben Seghir would be the main option to replace him in the frontline.

NOVEMBER 6, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Leverkusen beats Freiburg in the Bundesliga to bounce back from 7-2 PSG rout

Ernest Poku continued his strong goalscoring form as Bayer Leverkusen bounced back from its heavy loss to Paris Saint-Germain to beat Freiburg 2-0 in the Bundesliga

OCTOBER 26, 2025 • Associated Press

Remains in form Poku scored a goal while taking two shots (two on goal) and creating a chance during Sunday's 2-0 win over Freiburg.

Impact Poku found the back of the net in the 22nd minute to open the scoring in the match. The attacker has three goal involvements to go along with seven shots, six chances created and a cross over his last three Bundesliga appearances.

OCTOBER 26, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Sets up one of four goals Poku had an assist while taking two off target shots and creating four chances during Saturday's 4-3 win over Mainz.

Impact Poku set up Christian Kofane in the 24th minute assisting Leverkusen's second goal while leading the team with four chances created. The attacker has been in form of late combining for three goal involvements, six shots and five chances created over his last three league appearances.

OCTOBER 18, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in first Bundesliga start Poku scored a goal while taking three shots (one on goal), crossing once inaccurately and creating a chance during Saturday's 2-0 win over Union Berlin.

Impact Poku found the back of the net in the 33rd minute to open the scoring in the match while leading Leverkusen with three shots. The attacker has scored in back-to-back Bundesliga appearances with Saturday's start being his first in the league for Leverkusen.

OCTOBER 4, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Nets first Bundesliga goal Poku scored a goal with his lone shot during Saturday's 2-1 win over St. Pauli.

Impact Poku entered the match in the 56th minute and made an instant impact by scoring just two minutes into his appearance. It was the first career Bundesliga goal for Poku after joining Leverkusen in the summer as he's yet to start a match with his new club.

SEPTEMBER 27, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

German Cup: Ten Hag makes successful debut with Bayer Leverkusen and Bielefeld upsets Bremen

Erik ten Hag has made a winning start as Bayer Leverkusen coach with a 4-0 result at fourth-tier team Sonnenhof Großaspach in the first round of the German Cup

AUGUST 15, 2025 • Associated Press

'I leave defenders behind for breakfast': Leverkusen signs young Dutch winger Ernest Poku

Bayer Leverkusen has signed speedy young winger Ernest Poku from AZ Alkmaar

AUGUST 12, 2025 • Associated Press

Joins Bayer Leverkusen Poku has signed a contract with Bayer Leverkusen until 2030, joining from AZ Alkmaar, his new club announced. "Ernest is an excellent wing player who will make a special contributi...

Impact Poku has earned 14 caps for the Dutch U21 team and made 48 appearances for Alkmaar in the Eredivisie along with 10 appearances in the Europa League. He is joining Leverkusen as a young addition to the frontline that has lacked depth since the departure of Florian Wirtz. Poku will likely compete for a starting role under new coach Ten Hag for the Werkself.

AUGUST 12, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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Leverkusen beats Freiburg in the Bundesliga to bounce back from 7-2 PSG rout

German Cup: Ten Hag makes successful debut with Bayer Leverkusen and Bielefeld upsets Bremen

'I leave defenders behind for breakfast': Leverkusen signs young Dutch winger Ernest Poku