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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

Ellyes Skhiri returns to Cologne after three years at Frankfurt
Summary

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.

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  • •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.
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  • 11:40 AMYahoo Sports — Official | Ellyes Skhiri returns to Cologne
  • 10:18 AMYahoo Sports — Midfielder Ellyes Skhiri returns to Cologne
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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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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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