Niels Nkounkou - Soccer News, Rumors, & Updates

Unused in Juventus game Nkounkou (thigh) didn't feature in Saturday's 0-0 draw with Juventus.

Impact Nkounkou shook off an injury but didn't get minutes, as the starting XI worked well, and Torino had a merely defensive game plan. He'll look to improve his conditioning and resume competing with Valentino Lazaro, Marcus Pedersen and Cristiano Biraghi after the third international break.

NOVEMBER 8 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to bench Nkounkou (thigh) is on the bench for Saturday's match against Juventus.

Impact Nkounkou is with the team for the reception of Juventus, recovering from his thigh injury for a spot on the bench. The defender has missed their past three games and will likely look to work back into a starting role, starting in two of his three appearances before his absence.

NOVEMBER 8 • ROTOWIRE

Available against Juventus Nkounkou (thigh) "will be an option and, if he doesn't start, he'll come off the bench at some point. He was growing before the injury and is still at that point," coach Marco Baro...

Impact Nkounkou had made the XI in two out of three games before going down with a thigh problem. He could begin as a substitute in his first match back, with Valentino Lazaro or Cristiano Biraghi getting the nod. He has notched one assist, three chances created, eight crosses (two accurate) and 10 clearances in three displays.

NOVEMBER 7 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers thigh issue Nkounkou pulled his right adductor long in training, Torino announced.

Impact Nkounkou recently leapfrogged Cristiano Biraghi in the depth chart on the left wing, but will have to miss a few games considering there's a midweek round coming up. Valentino Lazaro and Marcus Pedersen can also adapt to the position if need be.

OCTOBER 23 • ROTOWIRE

Swings in five crosses in Napoli game Nkounkou registered five crosses (one accurate), eight clearances, one interception and four tackles (two won) in Saturday's 1-0 victory over Napoli.

Impact Nkonkou started over Cristiano Biraghi for the second time in the last three matches and had his busiest display yet, leading his team in deliveries, although with little precision, and setting new season highs in several categories. He has posted at least one cross in his three displays, amassing eight (two accurate) and logging five tackles (three won), three interceptions and 10 clearances, with one assist.

OCTOBER 18 • ROTOWIRE

Logs assist off bench Nkounkou delivered an assist, created two chances and sent in two crosses (one accurate) during Saturday's 3-3 draw against Lazio.

Impact Nkounkou was brought to replace Valentino Lazaro just after the hour mark and made an impact ten minutes later by assisting Che Adams for the goal that drew things level at 2-2. This was the first appearance on the scoresheet for the full-back since he joined Torino on loan and he'll hope this helps him in his fight for a starting spot after the international break.

OCTOBER 6 • ROTOWIRE

Joins Torino FC Nkounkou has joined Torino FC on loan from Eintracht Frankfurt for the 2025/26 season, his parent club announced.

Impact Nkounkou joined the Eagles from Saint Etienne in September 2023 on a deal until 2028 and made 62 appearances across two seasons with three goals and three assists. He started 33 times including 23 in the 2023/24 season when he scored his first goal in a draw against FC Koln. Nkounkou will now discover a new league to continue his career, joining Torino FC in Italy.

SEPTEMBER 1 • ROTOWIRE

Role dwindles Nkounkou made just four starts (12 appearances) in the Bundesliga.

Impact Nkounkou's role essentially dwindled to nothing during his second season in the Bundesliga. The defender hardly got on the pitch and totaled just 377 minutes. New boss Dino Toppmoller clearly didn't rate him and now rumors have circulated that Nkounkou is on the way out of Frankfurt.

MAY 19 • ROTOWIRE

Subbed in on Sunday Nkounkou registered two shots (zero on goal), four crosses (zero accurate) and one chance created in Sunday's 1-1 draw versus Wolfsburg.

Impact Nkounkou replaced Nathaniel Brown in the 68th minute. Nkounkou made four tackles and a clearance and also completed a dribble. He has featured in eight games this campaign, starting half of those.

FEBRUARY 3 • ROTOWIRE

Returns in cup Nkounkou came off the bench during the second half of Tuesday's 2-1 win over Gladbach.

Impact Nkounkou missed out due to an allergic reaction at the weekend but returned in the cup midweek. The defender is now fit once more and should be a consistent option in the first team off the left flank.

OCTOBER 30, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Fit once again Nkounkou (illness) is an option for Wednesday's match against Gladbach, according to manager Dino Toppmoller. "Niels is also an option again."

Impact Nkounkou is back in the fold after missing the club's last match due to illness, with the defender an option for their mid-week cup match. This is great news for the club, as he has started in six of his nine appearances. That said, there is a solid chance he will reclaim his spot in the starting XI immediately.

OCTOBER 29, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers allergic reaction Nkounkou is not in the squad to face Union Berlin on Sunday after having an allergic reaction to something.

Impact Nkounkou misses out on short notice after having the reaction in the buildup to the match. Arthur Theate slides over to left-back in Nkiunkou's absence.

OCTOBER 27, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Starts Thursday Nkounkou started and played 85 minutes during Thursday's 3-1 win over Besiktas.

Impact Nkounkou was included in the traveling squad and actually got the start in the Europa League. The fact he was deemed fit enough to start is a good sign that his injury wasn't overly serious.

OCTOBER 3, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Traveling Thursday Nkoukou (thigh) is on the team sheet for Thursday's trip to Beskitas.

Impact Nkounkou will look to make a return after missing the last match with a thigh injury, He has been in a rotational role with Arthur Theatre at left back, having started two league games in four appearances, totaling 13 crosses (four accurate).

OCTOBER 2, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Missing with thigh injury Nkounkou is not in the squad to face Holstein Kiel on Sunday due to a thigh injury.

Impact Nkounkou misses out on Sunday's match after picking up the injury in mid week Europa League action. The wing-back will hope to recover in time for a mid week trip to Besiktas.

SEPTEMBER 29, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Creates two chances Nkounkou recorded five crosses (one accurate) and two chances created in Saturday's 2-1 win versus Wolfsburg.

Impact Nkounkou created a pair of chances Saturday, playing his usually aggressive role down the left flank. The defender has also pushed forward into midfield, even in a back four, a surprise, but a nice role for Nkounkou. If he can keep playing a more forward role he could have strong upside offensively moving forward.

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Solid debut season Nkounkou scored three goals and assisted twice in 29 appearances (13 starts.)

Impact Nkounkou split starts at left-back, but was generally the more productive option. Still he ended the season with just one start in the final five matches, which isn't encouraging for his role moving forward. The left-back should have plenty of chances in the team moving forward, though those might be bench opportunities.

MAY 30, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Subbed off against Union Berlin Nkounkou generated two shots (zero on goal) and two crosses (zero accurate) in Saturday's 0-0 draw versus Union Berlin. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 38th minute.

Impact Nkounkou recorded an interception and a tackle. He was replaced by Philipp Max at half time. Nkounkou has recorded 17 tackles, five clearances and three interceptions in the last five games.

APRIL 1, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

11 crosses in Sunday's win Nkounkou had one shot (zero on goal), 11 crosses (one accurate) and two chances created in Sunday's 3-1 victory over Hoffenheim.

Impact Nkounkou recorded a season-high 11 crosses Sunday, five more than his previous best. He also recorded a secondary assist, two chances created and three tackles won as he played the full 90 minutes for the second consecutive match.

MARCH 11, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Nets in start Nkounkou scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Saturday's 2-1 victory versus FC Heidenheim.

Impact Nkounkou returned to the starting XI alongside Philipp Max, as Nkounkou was shifted into a midfield role to include both playmakers in the side. Nkounkou put his name on the scoresheet with a goal during Saturday's win, making the most of his only shot. Frankfurt will likely shift back to their three-at-the-back formation, so Nkounkou will have to compete with Max for the starting role.

MARCH 4, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Suspension served Nkounkou served a one-match ban against Bochum and is eligible for Sunday's trip to Freiburg.

Impact Nkounkou has been the top choice left-back of late, starting five of the last six matches he's been eligible for. The defender will now hope to return straight to the starting XI ahead of Philipp Max, who has largely fallen out of favor in the first team.

FEBRUARY 12, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Sees red Sunday Nkounkou was sent off for a pair of yellow cards during Sunday's 2-0 loss to Koln.

Impact Nkounkou was sent off in a match that went from bad to worse Sunday. The left-back struggled throughout and will now spend at least one match on the sideline with the suspension. Philipp Max or Ansgar Knauff would be the two most likely options to replace Nkounkou during the Saturday clash with Bochum.

FEBRUARY 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Records assist Nkounkou assisted once to go with six crosses (two accurate) and one corner in Wednesday's 2-1 victory versus Monchengladbach.

Impact Nkounkou logged the assist to Eintracht Frankfurt's first goal, scored by Buta. The assist marks his first since he transferred from Cardiff City. Nkounkou finished the 2023 portion of the Bundesliga's current season with 14 crosses (three accurate), seven shots (two on goal) and four chances created across 12 appearances, mostly substitute appearances.

DECEMBER 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Busy against Helsinki Nkounkou returned to the starting XI and made three clearances during Thursday's 1-0 win over Helsinki.

Impact Nkounkou was back in the starting XI after five matches in a row on the bench. The defender started when he joined the club but has since fallen back out of favor, at least in the Bundesliga. Nkounkou could see more chances as Frankfurt seem set to progress in both domestic and European cup competitions.

NOVEMBER 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Nets debut goal Nkounkou scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Sunday's 1-1 draw versus 1. FC Koln.

Impact Nkounkou came off the bench to make his Frankfurt debut and scored a heroic equalizer off the bench. The defender had never scored before in his career but introduced himself to the Frankfurt faithful in the most memorable way. Nkounkou's role is uncertain moving forward as Philipp Max likely remains the top option on the left side of the formation.

SEPTEMBER 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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