For a long time it was unclear where Eintracht defender Evan Ndicka would play next year. Now the Frenchman has made a decision.
Frankfurt – Now it's official: Evan Ndicka is leaving Eintracht Frankfurt at the end of the season. Most recently, a surprising turnaround had emerged around the future of the Eintracht defender. But now it is clear: The French central defender will not extend his contract with the Main, which expires at the end of the season.
| Obite Evan Ndicka | |
|---|---|
| Born: | August 20, 1999 (aged 23 years), Paris, France |
| Position: | Centre-backs |
| Under contract with Eintracht Frankfurt since: | 5. July 2018 |
| Market value: | 32 million euros (source: transfermarkt.de) |
"It's a shame he's leaving us": SGE sporting director Krösche regrets Ndicka's departure
On Wednesday, Eintracht announced Ndicka's departure. "We would have liked to see Evan at Eintracht Frankfurt in the future," sporting director Markus Krösche was quoted as saying in an official statement from the SBU.
Therefore, it is "a pity that he leaves us," said the Frankfurt sporting director. Ndicka joined Eintracht five years ago from AJ Auxerre in the French second division. At first glance, he made the big leap from Ligue 2 to the Bundesliga: In his first season in 2018/2019, he immediately developed into a top performer and in the following years became the SBU's defensive chief.
+Leaving Eintracht Frankfurt at the end of the season: defender Evan Ndicka.
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Despite Ndicka's farewell from Frankfurt: "Thanks for five years together" predominates
In total, the Frenchman played in 183 competitive games. In addition to twelve goals, he recorded ten assists. Ndicka was also instrumental in Eintracht's Europa League triumph last year. In the final against Glasgow Rangers, he was in the starting line-up and was substituted after 100 minutes.
Although they regret the loss, the Frankfurt officials are "grateful for five years together, in which he performed as a regular player at a young age," said Krösche. "He has played his part in the sporting success and positive development of Eintracht Frankfurt," said the Frankfurt sporting director in praise of the 23-year-old. "We wish him all the best for the future," said Krösche. A faithful replacement for the departing Ndicka is already in the starting blocks in Frankfurt: Willian Pacho joins Eintracht from Antwerp.
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Most recently, it was surprising that Ndicka would stay in Frankfurt again
Ndicka's departure had supposedly already been confirmed during the past season. But surprisingly, a few weeks ago, a turn of events had become apparent, and the Frenchman's stay on the Main suddenly seemed realistic again.
However, nothing will come of it now. It is not known where the French are now headed. He is now on the market on a free transfer. Most recently, after a suspicious photo, rumours arose about a move of the still Eintracht defender to Italy. (wuc)
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