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Plays little in Salernitana tilt Ekuban (thigh) had two touches in three minutes in Sunday's 2-1 win over Salernitana.

Impact Ekuban shook off an ailment quickly but didn't get many minutes. He'll be the top deputy offensively following Junior Messias' thigh injury. He has registered one goal, one assist, four shots (three on target), and four key passes in his last five showings.

JANUARY 23, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go for Salernitana game Ekuban (undisclosed) "has been with us for a couple of days and could log a few minutes on Sunday," coach Alberto Gilardino announced.

Impact Ekuban was absent last week, but his injury wasn't severe, and he'll make a quick return to the bench. He has started consistently only while Mateo Retegui was sidelined. He has scored and assisted once in his last five appearances, tallying four shots (four on target) and four chances created.

JANUARY 20, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Will miss Torino fixture Ekuban will sit out Saturday's game against Torino due to a muscular problem he picked up in the last few days, coach Alberto Gilardino relayed.

Impact Ekuban will spend at least a game on the sidelines after a run of decent performances thanks to Mateo Retegui's injury and slow return. Junior Messias can also be adapted to the position in a pinch.

JANUARY 12, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Scores first goal of season Ekuban scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and two chances created in Friday's 2-1 victory against Sassuolo.

Impact A week after nabbing his first assist, Ekuban scored his opening goal of the year. Both he and strike partner Albert Gudmundsson head into the break in fantastic form and will hope to keep it rolling against Inter Milan.

DECEMBER 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Provides assist versus Juventus Ekuban drew one foul and assisted once to go with one shot (one on goal) and one chance created in Friday's 1-1 draw against Juventus.

Impact Ekuban came in at halftime to make the formation more offensive-minded and quickly teed up Albert Gudmundsson with a sneaky header after outmuscling a defender in the box. He should have a consistent role with Mateo Retegui quickly back on the mend due to a thigh injury. He has recorded five shots (two on target), two chances created, and one tackle in his last five appearances. It was his first goal contribution of the season.

DECEMBER 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Makes short cameo against Monza Ekuban (thigh) had one shot on target and one tackle (zero won) in two minutes in Sunday's 0-1 loss to Monza.

Impact Ekuban returned after two games but didn't get much action, and his playing time is set to dwindle following the return of several attackers ahead of his in the pecking order. He has recorded seven shots (one on target), three key passes, and one tackle in his last six appearances (two starts).

DECEMBER 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Available against Monza Ekuban (thigh) "will be present," on Saturday, coach Alberto Gilardino relayed.

Impact Ekuban will be back after being sidelined for two matches, but Genoa have recovered all their top offensive weapons, as Mateo Retegui, Albert Gudmundsson, and Junior Messias are fit, so his playing time is bound to shrink. He has tallied six off-target shots, three chances created, and one block in his last five appearances.

DECEMBER 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out for Empoli game Ekuban (thigh) won't be an option Sunday but be back in a matter of days, coach Alberto Gilardino relayed.

Impact Ekuban will skip his second match in a row due to thigh discomfort but return either in a midweek Coppa Italia fixture or for the next Serie A match. Genoa will have back Mateo Retegui for this one, and he could start right away. The other offensive options are Junior Messias, George Puscas, and Ruslan Malinovskyi, who can also star in the midfield.

DECEMBER 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Absent for Empoli tilt Ekuban (thigh) won't be an option Sunday against Empoli, coach Alberto Gilardino relayed.

Impact Ekuban isn't dealing with a major issue but hasn't practiced with regularity this week. Mateo Retegui (knee) and Albert Gudmundsson (calf) are also shelved, so Genoa are down to Ruslan Malinovskyi, Junior Messias, and George Puscas up front.

NOVEMBER 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Avoids big issues Ekuban avoided a strain and has good chances of recovering during the break, Ansa reported.

Impact Ekuban escaped without big problems and is merely nursing some muscle fatigue, which he could shake off before the Frosinone game. He'd drop back to the bench if Mateo Retegui recuperated from his knee injury.

NOVEMBER 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Forced off in Verona contest Ekuban had three off-target shots and one block and drew two fouls in 54 minutes before exiting Friday's 1-0 win over Bologna due to a thigh injury, Gianluca Di Marzio reported.

Impact Ekuban was fairly active but not very precise while leading the attack. He pulled up during a sprint and went down holding the back of his thigh. He was substituted by George Puscas, but Genoa are hopeful the starter Mateo Retegui will return from his thigh injury after the break.

NOVEMBER 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Fires two shots versus Bologna Ekuban had three passes and took two off-target shots in last Saturday's 0-1 loss to Bologna.

Impact Ekuban saw limited action in the season finale. He has been slowed down by an injury in late February just as he was gaining momentum following a coaching change. He logged one goal, two assists, 38 shots (seven on target) and 16 chances in 30 appearances (18 starts) in 2021/2022.

JUNE 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Comes off bench against Lazio Ekuban (thigh) had three passes in 12 minutes in Monday's 0-1 loss to Verona.

Impact Ekuban returned after a four-game absence, but he played too little to make an impact. He could unseat Albert Gudmundsson or Filippo Melegoni in Sunday's home game versus Lazio. He has notched one goal, two assists, 27 shots and 12 chances in 23 appearances (15 starts).

APRIL 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

On track for Verona game Ekuban returned to full training Monday, Genoa informed.

Impact Ekuban sat out the last four matches because of a thigh strain. He was their top attacker before the hiccup, and he is expected to eventually unseat Filippo Melegoni and the other players that filled in while he was out. However, the coaching staff might prefer to bring him off the bench at first. He has posted one goal, one assist, nine shots and six chances in the last five appearances. Genoa will face Verona away Monday.

MARCH 29, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Will miss more time Ekuban suffered a thigh strain and will return after the next international break, coach Alexander Blessin announced.

Impact Ekuban was a late scratch for the previous game and he was later diagnosed with pretty significant problem, which will force him to miss three more games. Albert Gudmundsson, Nadiem Amiri and Filippo Melegoni will absorb his playing time.

MARCH 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out for Inter clash Ekuban picked up a late injury and is out for Friday's game against Inter, Genoa announced.

Impact Ekuban will be further assessed after the game. Albert Gudmundsson and Kelvin Yeboah might start together on the flanks in this one. Manolo Portanova, Nadiem Amiri and Filippo Melegoni can also feature there in a pinch.

FEBRUARY 25, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in draw Ekuban scored a goal off two shots (one on target) and created one chance during Sunday's 1-1 draw against Venezia.

Impact Ekuban finally scored his first goal of the season here. In the 29th minute, the forward used his speed to leave his marked behind and fired a powerful low shot to beat the goalkeeper and draw things level at 1-1. Ekuban will hope this is a sign of better things to come, but a much tougher mission awaits him on Friday as his side visits reigning champs Inter Milan.

FEBRUARY 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Assists teammate in draw Ekuban had one assist, two crosses, one block, one interception, four tackles, was fouled once and created three chances in the 1-1 draw with Salernitana on Sunday.

Impact In the 32nd minute, Ekuban was able to find Mattias Destro to score the first goal of the match. Because the forward is not a very dangerous offensive threat, it is unlikely that he will be able to continue this trend in the next match against Venezia.

FEBRUARY 13, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Assists a goal against Sassoulo Ekuban had one assist, one cross, one tackle, one interception and created one chance in the 1-1 draw against Sassoulo on Thursday.

Impact Ekuban logged his first assist of the season and played his best match so far. Though the forward took no shots, he was still able to create a chance and his assist is the reason for the tie.

JANUARY 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Takes shot in loss Ekuban took a shot on target and created a chance in Wednesday's 3-0 defeat against AC Milan.

Impact Ekuban was one of the only semi-dangerous players for his side on Wednesday, but even he wasn't able to cause Milan too much concern. He will try again Sunday versus Juventus, which have conceded 16 goals in 15 Serie A matches this season.

DECEMBER 2, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Comes off bench versus Verona Ekuban took one shot off target, sent in one accurate cross, won one duel and drew one foul in 32 minutes in Saturday's 3-3 draw with Verona.

Impact Ekuban returned from a brief absence and provided a jolt off the bench, even though he did not put up a great deal of stats. He will compete with Yayah Kallon and Goran Pandev going forward. He has notched two shots, one chance created and one cross in three appearances thus far. Genoa will face Salernitana away Saturday.

SEPTEMBER 28, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Called up for Verona match Ekuban (undisclosed) has been named in Genoa's squad list for Saturday's match versus Genoa.

Impact Ekuban sat out the last two matches for undisclosed reasons, as he was likely dealing with a minor problem. He has played just 75 minutes thus far, tallying one shot, one chance created and one tackle.

SEPTEMBER 24, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Will miss Genoa match too Ekuban (undisclosed) was not included in Genoa's squad list to face Bologna Tuesday.

Impact Ekuban will miss the second game in a row with an unspecified minor physical problem. Mattia Destro drew the start supported by Nicolo Rovella in the most recent game, while Goran Pandev and Yayah Kallon came off the bench.

SEPTEMBER 20, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out for Fiorentina game Ekuban (undisclosed) did not make Genoa's squad list to face Fiorentina Saturday.

Impact Ekuban was reportedly in the running to get the start, but he will miss the game with a late problem. Goran Pandev is currently the frontrunner to partner Mattia Destro, unless the coach opts to tweak his scheme.

SEPTEMBER 18, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Joins Genoa Ekuban has transferred to Genoa on a permanent deal from Trabzonspor, the club announced.

Impact Ekuban returns to Italy, where played in the lower leagues when he was younger, after spending time at Partizani, Leeds and Trabzonspor. He tallied ten goals and 4 assists in 32 matches last season. Genoa have a lot of playing time up for grabs since Eldor Shomurodov, Gianluca Scamacca and Marko Pjaca, who were regulars, are no longer with the club. Ekuban will have the opportunity to see major minutes if he produces early.

AUGUST 7, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

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