Ellyes Skhiri returns to Cologne after three years at Frankfurt
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 21, 2026, 11:40 AM
Last updated Aug 21, 2026
Midfielder Ellyes Skhiri has rejoined Cologne from Eintracht Frankfurt, the club announced on August 21, 2026. He signed a contract that extends until June 2028. Skhiri previously played for Cologne from 2019 to 2023 before moving to Frankfurt. The transfer reportedly cost Cologne up to €2 million. Skhiri expressed his happiness about returning and noted his ongoing connections with the club.
- •Skhiri signed a contract until June 2028.
- •Cologne paid up to €2 million for Skhiri's return.
- •He previously played at Cologne from 2019 to 2023.
- •Management values Skhiri's athletic talent and experience.
- •Skhiri maintains strong connections with the club.
- 11:40 AMYahoo Sports — Official | Ellyes Skhiri returns to Cologne
- 10:18 AMYahoo Sports — Midfielder Ellyes Skhiri returns to Cologne
"Midfielder Ellyes Skhiri has returned to Cologne, the Bundesliga club said in a statement on Friday. After three years at Eintracht Frankfurt, the player is coming back to his former club and signed a contract until June 2028.
"Ellyes Skhiri has joined Cologne from Eintracht Frankfurt in a move that saw the 31-year-old return to the Billy Goats after three years. According to Sky Germany, the transfer fee for Skhiri is aroun...
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 21, 2026, 11:40 AMOfficial | Ellyes Skhiri returns to Cologne
Ellyes Skhiri has joined Cologne from Eintracht Frankfurt in a move that saw the 31-year-old return to the Billy Goats after three years. According to Sky Germany, the transfer fee for Skhiri is aroun...
- Yahoo SportsAug 21, 2026, 10:18 AMMidfielder Ellyes Skhiri returns to Cologne
Midfielder Ellyes Skhiri has returned to Cologne, the Bundesliga club said in a statement on Friday. After three years at Eintracht Frankfurt, the player is coming back to his former club and signed a contract until June 2028.
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