ELLYES SKHIRI NEWS

Provides assist Skhiri assisted once to go with zero corners and two chances created in Saturday's 7-2 win against Bochum.

Impact Skhiri assisted once, getting in on the scoring fun during the one-sided rout. The defensive midfielder isn't a major contributor to the attack, but when given the chance to bomb forward he can offer some creativity. Skhiri will maintain his starting role in all competitions moving forward as a major part of the starting XI.

NOVEMBER 4 • ROTOWIRE

Single shot in win Skhiri recorded one shot (zero on goal) and two chances created in Saturday's 2-0 win against Monchengladbach.

Impact Skhiri was active in holding midfield, doing well to bomb forward and join the attack with a pair of chances created. The midfielder has done well alongside Hugo Larsson, and has set himself as one of the most important parts of the starting XI. Skhiri should continue to see major minutes moving forward.

SEPTEMBER 23 • ROTOWIRE

Productive in Frankfurt Skhiri scored and assisted twice in 27 appearances (24 starts) in the Bundesliga.

Impact Skhiri joined Frankfurt and immediately took a stable role in the starting XI. The holding midfielder was at his best playing alongside fellow new signing Hugo Larsson. Injuries kept the two apart for portions of the season, but still it was a solid campaign from Skhiri. He has limited offensive upside in Frankfurt since he no longer takes penalties.

MAY 30 • ROTOWIRE

Assists late insurance goal Skhiri had an assist with his lone chance created while making one tackle and two clearances during Friday's 3-1 win over Augsburg.

Impact Skhiri set up Omar Marmoush in the 95th minute assisting a late insurance goal to guarantee all three points for Frankfurt. The assist was Skhiri's first goal involvement since November as he's made six tackles, five interceptions and four clearances in his last three Bundesliga appearances.

APRIL 19 • ROTOWIRE

Back after two match absence Skhiri (calf) is staring for Frankfurt during Friday's match against Augsburg.

Impact Skhiri returns from a calf injury which has kept him out of Frankfurt's last two matches. The midfielder is a regular starter when fit as a defensive minded option in midfield.

APRIL 19 • ROTOWIRE

Ready for Friday Skhiri (calf) is expected to be an option for Friday's match against Augsburg, per manager Dino Toppmoller.

Impact Skhiri returned to individual training and is set to be an option for Friday after missing the last two matches with a calf injury. This leaves his status to start up in the air, made six starts in the last eight games, recording 16 interceptions, 10 clearances and nine tackles in that span.

APRIL 18 • ROTOWIRE

Individually training Tuesday Skhiri (calf) started individual training Tuesday, the club announced.

Impact Shkiri is beginning his process to get back on the field, as he is now training individually again after missing Friday's match due to a calf issue. This leaves the midfielder with three days to heal and get into full training if he wants to compete in Saturday's match against Stuttgart, with the midfielder looking to most likely miss another contest, as a return in that short amount of time does not seem probable.

APRIL 9 • ROTOWIRE

Out with calf injury Skhiri is not in the squad to face Werder Bremen on Friday due to a calf injury.

Impact Skhiri misses out on Friday's match after picking up the injury in the buildup. The midfielder will hope to return for next week's match against Stuttgart as Friday's absence breaks a streak of three straight starts.

APRIL 5 • ROTOWIRE

Cleared to start Skhiri (undisclosed) is in the starting XI for Saturday's match against Union Berlin.

Impact Skhiri is good to go after returning to training in the buildup to Saturday's match. The midfielder makes his third consecutive start as a defensive minded midfield option.

MARCH 30 • ROTOWIRE

Back in team training Skhiri (undisclosed) was back in team training, his club announced Tuesday.

Impact Skhiri looks to be close to full fitness again, as he is now back in team training after being limited last week in practice due to an undisclosed issue. This means the midfielder will most likely be fit enough to partake in Saturday's tilt against Union Berlin. If this is the case, he will hope to earn back his starting spot, having started in all but eight of the club's contests this season, although the club may choose to start him on the bench, taking his return cautiously as the important final two months of the season approaches.

MARCH 26 • ROTOWIRE

Limited in training Skhiri appears to have picked up an undisclosed issue, as he was limited to individual training Wednesday.

Impact Skhiri looks to have picked up an injury in training or during the club's last match against Dortmund, as he was only able to participate in individual training due to undisclosed problems. There have yet to have been any further reports from the club, so it is unknown how long he will be out, but they will hope it is not long, as he is a regular starter, only missing three starts when available this season. He will now hope to get into team training over the international break, hoping to return for the March 30 match against Union Berlin.

MARCH 20 • ROTOWIRE

Available Saturday Skhiri (back) is among the substitutes for Saturday's match against Heidenheim.

Impact Skhiri returns after missing last week's match with the injury. The midfielder had started three straight matches for Frankfurt prior to last week's absence.

MARCH 2 • ROTOWIRE

Completes individual training Skhiri (back) was able to train individually Thursday ahead of Saturday's trip against Heidenheim.

Impact Skhiri is still questionable for the weekend as he has yet to return to team training yet. He's missed last match with a back injury while starting three of the four games played since returning from the AFCON Cup, recording eight interceptions and seven clearances.

FEBRUARY 29 • ROTOWIRE

Out with back injury Skhiri is not in the squad to face Wolfsburg on Sunday due to a back injury.

Impact Skhiri misses out on Sunday's match after suffering the injury in the buildup. The midfielder had started three straight fixtures, but is replaced in Sunday's XI by Donnie van de Beek.

FEBRUARY 25 • ROTOWIRE

Busy in loss Skhiri had two shots (one on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Saturday's 2-0 defeat versus 1. FC Koln.

Impact Skhiri was tasked with single-handedly controlling the midfield Saturday and he was unable to do so. He made four interceptions but struggled to stop the pace of the Koln attackers. Skhiri should get his normal midfield partner, Hugo Larsson, back moving forward, especially with Fares Chaibi back to take over in attacking midfield.

FEBRUARY 5 • ROTOWIRE

Returning to Germany Skhiri is expected to return to Frankfurt Thursday as he will an option for Friday's clash versus Mainz, per manager Dino Toppmoller. "The exit at AFCON is a shame. We haven't spok...

Impact Skhiri is is expected to link up with the team and will likely get the start for Friday's league clash with Mainz. Prior to leaving for national team duty, the midfielder had scored two goals with one assist in the last seven matches played, totaling 21 tackles and nine chances created in that span.

JANUARY 25 • ROTOWIRE

Linking with national team Skhiri will link up with the Tunisian national team for the AFCON Cup in January.

Impact Skhiri has scored two goals with an assist in 14 appearances with Frankfurt thus far, 13 of them coming as starts. He's also been averaging about two tackles per game, with 28 (16 won) on the season. In his absence, Paxten Aaronson is expected to get more starts in the starting XI for the team.

DECEMBER 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Won't start Skhiri (thigh) is available but won't start during Sunday's trip to Leverkusen, Frankfurt announced.

Impact Skhiri won't be fit enough to start Sunday, which will likely shift Mario Gotze back into the midfield alongside Hugo Larsson. This is one of the toughest matches on the schedule so Skhiri could still play a significant role off the bench. Eric Junior (foot) is also an injury doubt but he could be an option in midfield as well.

DECEMBER 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Trains individually Skhiri (thigh) has been training individually Wednesday ahead of Sunday's match versus Bayer Leverkusen.

Impact Skhiri is back on the grass after missing the last two matches with a thigh injury. He would have to participate in full training at least once before he is an option for the team again, leaving him with a questionable tag for Sunday. If the midfielder is still not fit to play, then Eric Junior will get the start again alongside Hugo Larsson.

DECEMBER 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Missing again Skhiri (thigh) will not an option for Saturday's match against Bayern Munich, according to manager Dino Toppmoller.

Impact Skhiri will miss his second match in a row with a thigh injury. He had been on good form prior to his injury, recording two goals with one assist during his previous five games. Looks to be that Paxton Aaronson will get the call again to start in the midfield for the team.

DECEMBER 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Limps off holding thigh Skhiri came off holding his thigh during the second half of Thursday's 2-1 loss to PAOK.

Impact Skhiri will now be an injury doubt for Sunday's clash with Augsburg due to the same thigh injury. If Skhiri is unable to go during Sunday's clash with would more likely than not be Kristian Jakic who gets the start alongside Hugo Larsson in central midfield.

NOVEMBER 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores on Sunday Skhiri scored a goal while taking two shots (one on goal), creating two chances and making three tackles (winning one) during Sunday's 2-2 draw with Werder Bremen.

Impact Skhiri found the back of the net in the 65th minute, scoring Frankfurt's first goal while leading the club with three tackles. All three of Skhiri's goal involvements have come in his past four matches as he's taken three shots, creating six chances and made 13 tackles in the same amount of games.

NOVEMBER 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Assists in draw Skhiri assisted once to go with zero corners and three chances created in Sunday's 3-3 draw versus Borussia Dortmund.

Impact Skhiri got on the scoresheet for the second match in a row, this time assisting for the first time in a Frankfurt shirt. The midfielder isn't one to consistently join the attack and trouble the defense, but he has shown some more desire recently with four chances created in his last two matches. Skhiri could have some value on both sides of the ball as he continues to pair with Hugo Larsson.

OCTOBER 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores with lone shot Skhiri scored a goal with his lone shot while creating a chance during Saturday's 3-1 win over Hoffenheim.

Impact Skhiri found the back of the net in first half stoppage time scoring Frankfurt's final goal. It was Skhiri's first goal since joining Frankfurt in the summer after scoring seven with Koln last campaign.

OCTOBER 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Creates chances Skhiri had two shots (two on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 2-0 loss versus Wolfsburg.

Impact Skhiri created a chance from holding midfield as Frankfurt fell to yet another disappointing result. The midfielder has formed an impressive pairing with Hugo Larsson in central midfield, linking up on both sides of the ball. Skhiri doesn't have the upside as some other midfielders with his lack of set pieces but he does get forward frequently.

OCTOBER 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE