Niels Nkounkou - Soccer News, Rumors, & Updates

Sent back to Eintracht Frankfurt Nkounkou wasn't signed by Torino permanently following a loan spell.

Impact Nkounkou saw some action early in the season but quickly fell out of favor, featuring just 11 times (three starts), assisting once and notching 20 crosses (six accurate), 16 tackles and 15 clearances, with no clean sheets. It's uncertain whether he'll be given another shot at Eintracht Frankfurt.

JULY 3 • ROTOWIRE

DNP in Atalanta meeting Nkounkou (illness) wasn't fielded in Saturday's 2-0 loss to Atalanta.

Impact Nkounkou watched the tilt from the bench even though starter Marcus Pedersen (knee) was missing again. He has fallen behind also Zakaria Aboukhlal on the wing, so he'll have to wait for his next opportunity.

JANUARY 13 • ROTOWIRE

Option from bench Nkounkou (illness) is on the bench for Saturday's match against Atalanta.

Impact Nkounkou has recovered from his illness and is with the team as expected, returning to a role on the bench. With only three starts in seven appearances this season, the midfielder will likely stick to more of a rotational role.

JANUARY 10 • ROTOWIRE

Called up for Atalanta fixture Nkounkou (illness) has been included in Torino's squad for Saturday's clash with Atalanta.

Impact Nkounkou should be back after missing two contests because of the flu and will contribute to replacing Marcus Pedersen (knee), tussling with Zakaria Aboukhlal, Cyril Ngonge and Ali Dembele. Nkounkou has started once in his last four displays and has put up seven crosses (three accurate), four tackles (three won) and three clearances.

JANUARY 10 • ROTOWIRE

Late scratch for Udinese bout Nkounkou (illness) was unavailable for Wednesday's 2-1 loss to Udinese despite being part of the initial squad list.

Impact Nkounkou seemed on track to return from an illness, but sat out the second match in a row. He should be back available against Atalanta on Saturday, unless he suffered a new physical problem. Zakaria Aboukhlal has taken advantage of his and Marcus Pedersen's (knee) absences in recent fixtures.

JANUARY 8 • ROTOWIRE

Likely for Udinese meeting Nkounkou has shaken off the full and is poised to be available Wednesday, Sky Italy reported.

Impact Nkounkou was a late scratch over the weekend and will compete with Zakaria Aboukhlal and Cristiano Biraghi to replace Marcus Pedersen (knee), who will sit out another match. Nkounkou has logged three off-target shots, two chances created and seven crosses (three accurate) in his last four displays (one start).

JANUARY 6 • ROTOWIRE

Misses Verona clash Nkounkou was unavailable against Verona on Sunday because of the flu, Sky Italy reported.

Impact Nkounkou would have likely replaced Marcus Pedersen (knee) but fell ill, so the coach turned to Zakaria Aboukhlal, who fared nicely while out of position. He'll try to recuperate for Wednesday's home game against Udinese.

JANUARY 5 • ROTOWIRE

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, 2025 • 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, 2025 • 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, 2025 • 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, 2025 • 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, 2025 • 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, 2025 • 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, 2025 • 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, 2025 • 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, 2025 • 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

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