Eintracht Frankfurt Signs Elye Wahi as Marmoush Replacement
The Bundesliga club secures the 22-year-old French striker from Olympique Marseille with a contract through 2030.
- Elye Wahi, a 22-year-old French U23 international, joins Eintracht Frankfurt from Olympique Marseille for a reported fee of €26 million plus €3 million in bonuses.
- Wahi replaces Omar Marmoush, who transferred to Manchester City for €75 million, leaving a significant gap in Frankfurt's attack after scoring 15 Bundesliga goals this season.
- The forward has a strong scoring record in Ligue 1, with 44 goals in 125 matches across stints with Montpellier, Lens, and Marseille.
- Frankfurt’s sporting director Markus Krösche praised Wahi’s speed, finishing ability, and potential, emphasizing the club’s commitment to giving him time to adapt.
- Wahi expressed excitement about joining Frankfurt, calling it a major club and pledging to repay the trust with strong performances and goals.