Eric Maxim Choupo-Moting - Soccer News, Rumors, & Updates

Signs with Red Bulls Choupo-Moting signed with the Red Bulls on a contract through 2026 with an option for 2027.

Impact Choupo-Moting departed Bayern Munich as a free agent and has now joined up with RBNY. While he wasn't up to the task for the German Champions he should be a solid option in MLS. Choupo-Moting is also joining a favorable situation with the MLS Cup runners up.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Confirmed as out Choupo-Moting (illness) is not in the squad to face Hoffenheim on Saturday.

Impact Choupo-Moting is out as expected as he continues to recover from an illness. The attacker ends the season with four goal involvements in 27 appearances as he's set to leave Bayern at the end of the campaign.

MAY 18 • ROTOWIRE

Still ill Choupo-Moting (illness) is still dealing with the flu and will remain questionable for Saturday's trip to Hoffenheim, per manager Thomas Tuchel.

Impact Choupo-Moting is at risk of missing the final match of the season with the flu. He's seen the start three times in the last four games played, recording a goal on six crosses (two accurate), six tackles and five chances created. In any case, Thomas Muller will likely get the start in the attacking midfield, alongside Bryan Zaragoza and Lovro Zvonarek.

MAY 17 • ROTOWIRE

Out with illness Choupo-Moting is not in the squad to face Wolfsburg on Sunday due to an illness.

Impact Choupo-Moting misses out on Sunday's match after picking up the illness in the buildup. The attacker is replaced in the starting XI by Lovro Zvonarek.

MAY 12 • ROTOWIRE

Rare assist Choupo-Moting assisted once to go with two shots (zero on goal), two crosses (one accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 5-1 win over Union Berlin.

Impact Choupo-Moting got some chances on the pitch during Saturday's rout and immediately popped up with an assist during the match. The striker is third on the depth chart, especially with Harry Kane in such brilliant form. Still Choupo-Moting should see occasional rotational chances if other attackers are rested for the Champions League.

APRIL 22 • ROTOWIRE

Assists with single chance Choupo-Moting assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 2-1 victory versus RB Leipzig.

Impact Choupo-Moting remains more of a bench option, but he is productive when given chances both in the starting XI and off the bench. Choupo-Moting provided an assist for Harry Kane's game-winning goal during Saturday's match. Choupo-Moting will be hard to trust unless he finds a major starting role, which would require an injury.

FEBRUARY 26 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to starting Choupo-Moting (knee) is in the starting lineup for Saturday's clash against Frankfurt.

Impact Choupo-Moting has been given the green light for training last week, and he's been deemed fit enough to start. He'll slot behind Harry Kane but as a clear-cut striker and will aim to make an impact, as he has started just twice in the Bundesliga this season, though scoring twice.

DECEMBER 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Giving green light for training Choupo-Moting (knee) has been giving the green light for training, confirmed manager Thomas Tuchel.

Impact Choupo-Moting is set to return to training and will aim to return for Dec 9 against Frankfurt. With the addition of Harry Kane, the forward has downgraded to a bench role, recording just two starts in 11 Bundesliga appearances, scoring two goals in that span.

DECEMBER 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out Wednesday Choupo-Moting suffered a knee injury that will sideline him against Copenhagen on Wednesday.

Impact Choupo-Moting has started just twice this season, so he was unlikely to feature in the starting XI even when fit. Still, if the forward had been available, he may have given the club a chance to rest Harry Kane. At this point, Choupo-Moting should be considered a doubt to face Union Berlin on Saturday.

NOVEMBER 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Big volume in win Choupo-Moting recorded four shots (two on goal) and one chance created in Friday's 1-0 victory against 1. FC Koln. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 52nd minute.

Impact Choupo-Moting got a surprising start in attacking midfield and made the most of it. He didn't get on the scoresheet but on the whole it was another solid showing from Choupo-Moting, who continues to be an excellent depth option and fills in all over the attack. Still Choupo-Moting's week-to-week upside is limited while he remains a depth option.

NOVEMBER 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Nets late goal in win Choupo-Moting scored one goal to go with four shots (two on goal), one cross (one accurate) and two chances created in Saturday's 4-2 victory versus FC Heidenheim.

Impact Choupo-Moting entered the match in the 61st minute and made an immediate impact by trying a couple of shots within his first 15 minutes on the pitch. His efforts were finally rewarded in the 85th minute, as he knocked in a header from the center of the box. The goal marks his second in 158 minutes played, through 10 appearances on the year.

NOVEMBER 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores on first start this season Choupo-Moting scored one goal to go with three shots (three on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 7-0 win versus Bochum.

Impact Choupo-Moting started this match after coming on as a substitute against Manchester United in midweek and responded by scoring within five minutes. He will remain a rotation player barring injuries to Bayern's main attackers but would have every opportunity to be productive with the wealth of talent around him if he needed to step into a leading role.

SEPTEMBER 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Left on bench Choupo-Moting is on the bench for Friday's clash against Leverkusen.

Impact Choupo-Moting has returned to Munich and will be an option off the bench for Friday's match. The forward's availability for this game was in question after not yet returning from international duty as of Thursday morning, but is good to go after making the commute back to Munich. The bench will be a normal spot for Choupo-Moting this season, with the likes of Harry Kane being the normal starting striker.

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Still hasn't returned Choupo-Moting is questionable for Friday's match against Leverkusen, according to manager Thomas Tuchel.

Impact Choupo-Moting's status for Bayern's game against Leverkusen is still questioned as he has yet to return from international duty with Cameroon. If he returns in time, he will likely only be a bench option anyway, with Harry Kane taking over his starting role from last season.

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Only two appearances Choupo-Moting only made two bench appearances before the international break.

Impact Choupo-Moting has fallen out of the starting XI as Harry Kane was brought into the team in the Summer. Choupo-Moting is back to the same role he had behind Robert Lewandowski - consistent bench appearances and rotation in cup competitions.

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Available off bench Friday Choupo-Moting (knee) is on the bench for Friday's match against Werder Bremen.

Impact Choupo-Moting resumed training before the Super Cup last week, and while he didn't make the bench in the 3-0 loss to Leipzig, he will be available in this one. He's expected to operate as Harry Kane's primary backup and should see a few starts here and there, but his role should be minor compared to the one he had in 2022-23.

AUGUST 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Back to team training Choupo-Moting (knee) returned to team training Wednesday ahead of Saturday's DFL Supercup match versus Leipzig.

Impact Choupo-Moting has returned to team training after missing out on preseason matches with a knee injury. It will be a stretch if the forward will play Saturday, but if he does, he could come off the bench at minimum. Choupo-Moting is coming off a season where he totaled 10 league goals in 19 appearances, missing a good part of the season with a knee injury.

AUGUST 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Not featured in preseason Choupo-Moting (knee) did not feature in any preseason matches as he is continuing his recovery from a knee injury.

Impact Choupo-Moting encountered several knee problems throughout the 2022/23 season as he continues to deal with the same issue. He may not be fit to start the season, therefore we could see Mathys Tel get the opportunity to play after featuring in preseason matches with the team.

AUGUST 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Unlucky with injuries Choupo-Moting made 19 starts in 26 appearances in all competitions, recording 14 goals and two assists in 46 shots (25 on target) this season.

Impact Choupo-Moting's season would of ended better if it was not for injuries keeping him on the sidelines. He was at a point the team's top scorer, but then was forced to miss matches with a knee injury. The question heading into the new season is if the forward can stay healthy to keep a consistent spot in the starting XI, with Serge Gnabry the likely favorite for that spot unless he improves his fitness and form during preseason.

JUNE 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

On bench against Koln Choupo-Moting is fit and in the match day squad for Saturday's match against Koln.

Impact Choupo-Moting returns from a knee injury to take up a role in Saturday's squad. The forward starts from the bench but is available if called upon while Serge Gnabry leads the line for Bayern during the season finale.

MAY 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Should be ready for Saturday Choupo-Moting (knee) is expected to available for Saturday's match against FC Koln, according to manager Thomas Tuchel. "Eric Maxim Choupo-Moting is ready. The reintegration start...

Impact Choupo-Moting has been training fully with the team and looks to be good to go for Saturday's finale. Because Serge Gnabry has scored five goals in the last four matches, he could get the start against Koln. However, Choupo-Moting is expected to make an appearance off the bench in the title decider game. Prior to getting injured, the forward had scored four goals on 16 shots (10 on target) in the last eight contests.

MAY 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Remains on shelf Choupo-Moting (knee) will not be available for Saturday's match against RB Leipzig.

Impact Choupo-Moting could be at risk of missing the rest of the season after being sidelined for another match. He's been battling a knee injury for the last two months, appearing in just three games since March 8. The forward has scored 10 league goals in 18 contests, surpassing his career high for a single-season.

MAY 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out of training Choupo-Moting (knee) didn't train during Tuesday's session, Maximilian Koch reports.

Impact Choupo-Moting has lost the majority of two months of matches after struggling with a knee injury. The striker simply seems unable to get fully recovered and is now set for another spell on the sideline. With only two Bundesliga matches remaining Choupo-Moting is facing an uphill battle to return before pre-season.

MAY 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out Saturday Choupo-Moting (knee) will not be an option for Saturday's match against FC Schalke 04, according to manager Thomas Tuchel. "Choupo is not there yet."

Impact Choupo-Moting is close to returning, but is not yet ready to return for Saturday's match. He was seen training partially with the team, which means that he could be an option on May 20 against RB Leipzig. Serge Gnabry will likely get the start against Schalke, who's scored two goals during his absence.

MAY 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Completes parts of team training Choupo-Moting (knee) completed part of team training Wednesday ahead of Saturday's clash with FC Schalke 04.

Impact This is a good sign for Choupo-Moting as he was able to begin training partially with the team Wednesday. If all goes week, the forward could return as soon as Saturday. With Bayern Munich holding on to just a point in the race for the Bundesliga title, the club would not want to risk any further damage to his knee, therefore Choupo-Moting could start on the bench, with Serge Gnabry the favorite to start against Schalke if he is fit to return.

MAY 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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