Jean-Mattéo Bahoya
LEE
Left Winger
Wide Forward
May 7, 2005 (21)
Right
5'11"
165 lb
Makes brief return from injury
Bahoya recorded no stats in Saturday's 2-1 defeat versus Arsenal.
Analysis: Bahoya made his return from an ankle injury sustained during international duty with France U21, entering for the final four minutes of regulation against Arsenal. The winger had little opportunity to influence the contest, finishing without a notable attacking contribution. He has now played just five minutes across two Premier League appearances this season, reflecting his limited involvement since joining Leeds United. His return to the matchday squad represents a positive step toward full fitness, although he remains a peripheral option in manager Daniel Farke's attacking rotation.
Finds bench role
Bahoya (ankle) is on the bench for Saturday's match against Arsenal.
Analysis: Bahoya is available as a substitute after returning to training Thursday following an ankle injury suffered during France U21's win over Luxembourg. The winger has recovered sufficiently to rejoin the matchday squad and could provide an attacking option off the bench. His involvement has been limited since arriving at Leeds, making a substitute appearance consistent with his recent role.
Could face Arsenal
Bahoya (ankle) returned to training Thursday for the first time since suffering an ankle injury on international duty with France U21 and could be available for Saturday's clash against Arsenal, according to coach Daniel Farke, per Leeds Live. "Jean-Matteo is back with an ankle strain, training for the first time today. He could make Arsenal."
Analysis: Bahoya's return to training puts him back in contention for Saturday's trip to Arsenal after he was forced off during France U21's win over Luxembourg. The winger appears to have avoided a significant injury, though his involvement will depend on how he responds to his first session back with the group. Bahoya has played a limited role for Leeds since his arrival and would likely be considered for a substitute appearance if cleared to feature.
Suffers ankle injury
Bahoya was forced off after 35 minutes of France U21s' 3-2 win over Luxembourg on Saturday after suffering an ankle injury and will undergo further tests, according to Zinny Boswell of Sky Sports.
Analysis: Bahoya initially attempted to continue before being replaced in the first half, with further assessment needed to determine the severity of the ankle issue. The injury comes after a productive international window in which he also played 66 minutes against Iceland and 78 minutes against Estonia, scoring once in the latter appearance. Bahoya has seen limited playing time at club level since his arrival at Leeds, making his potential availability following the international break worth monitoring.
Gets France U21 minutes
Bahoya played 66 minutes in France U21s' 1-1 draw with Iceland during the international break.
Analysis: Bahoya received valuable playing time with France U21s after being limited to a one-minute substitute appearance in his most recent club match. The 66-minute outing should help him build match rhythm after spending several weeks on an adaptive program following his arrival. He will now look to translate that increased workload into a larger role at club level after making his debut off the bench against Crystal Palace.
Makes Leeds debut
Bahoya appeared off the bench for one minute in Sunday's 0-0 draw to Crystal Palace.
Analysis: Bahoya would finally see his first minutes on the field with his new club, as the attacker came off the bench in the 89th minute to debut. This wouldn't be enough time for him to make an impact on the match, although it is encouraging to see him on the field after weeks of adaptive programs. He will now look to make a bigger role in the team after some success with Frankfurt last campaign, earning three goals and four assists in 27 appearances (15 starts).
Being eased into action
Bahoya is continuing to adapt following his loan move to Leeds and is being introduced patiently ahead of Monday's Premier League clash against Newcastle United, according to coach Daniel Farke, per Leeds Live. "I only throw him into the water when I think he can swim. I want him to have a good debut."
Analysis: Bahoya is still waiting to make his Leeds debut after arriving on loan from Eintracht Frankfurt, though manager Daniel Farke indicated he was close to featuring in the club's most recent match and only remained unused because a substitution was needed following Melvin Bard's cramp. The winger has impressed with his work in training but is still adapting to the physical demands of English football while also facing competition for minutes in wide areas. Bahoya could be an option against Newcastle United on Monday, though Farke's comments suggest Leeds will remain patient rather than rush the 21-year-old into action.
Loaned to Leeds United
Bahoya has joined Leeds United on loan from Bundesliga side Eintracht Frankfurt for the remainder of the 2026/27 season.
Analysis: Bahoya looks set to add attacking depth to his new team, with the possibility of rivaling Harry Wilson and Noah Okafor for playing time, especially when there's rotation in busy periods. Despite his ups and downs, Bahoya scored once and delivered three assists over a six-game period when he made regular starts for Frankfurt, highlighting his intensity when pushing towards the opposing goal.
Makes bench in friendly
Bahoya (undisclosed) is on the bench for Saturday's friendly against Brentford, according to the club.
Analysis: Bahoya had missed the recent city derby against FSV Frankfurt with minor discomfort, an absence described as purely precautionary at the time. His inclusion on the matchday squad now confirms he has recovered, though his preseason has been bumpy overall, and his continued involvement will be worth tracking as he looks to build on last season's three goals and four assists across 27 Bundesliga appearances.
Rested with minor discomfort
Bahoya (undisclosed) missed Wednesday's friendly derby against FSV Frankfurt due to minor discomfort, though the absence is said to have been purely a precautionary rest measure, according to Kicker.
Analysis: Bahoya's preseason has not gone particularly smoothly, having already missed two earlier friendlies before his recent substitute appearances, each coming after the hour mark. He finished last season with three goals and four assists across 27 Bundesliga appearances (15 starts), and his path back to full training will be worth monitoring as Frankfurt continues preseason preparations.
Back in action in offseason
Bahoya (strain) appeared as a substitute during the weekend's friendly game versus Mannheim.
Analysis: Bahoya joined the squad as they prepare for the 2026/27 season, replacing Ansgar Knauff in the second half against the third-division side. The attacker will be in contention for minutes, mainly on the left wing, in the upcoming campaign, looking to improve on his last year's output of three goals and four assists across 27 Bundesliga appearances (15 starts).
Fully training with Frankfurt
Bahoya (strain) is available again for Eintracht Frankfurt after returning to team training at the start of the week, according to hessenschau.
Analysis: Bahoya's return to training clears up a brief absence caused by mild muscular complaints that cost him appearances in the friendlies against FC GieBen and Trabzonspor. The 21-year-old is considered one of the more talented players in Frankfurt's squad, and with preseason preparations back on track for him, he'll be looking to use the coming weeks to make a strong impression on new manager Adolf Hutter.
Still recovering
Bahoya (strain) was not an option in Sunday's friendly against Trabzonspor, according to Christopher Michel of Absolut Fussball.
Analysis: Bahoya was still not an option for Frankfurt as they start their pre-season, with the attacker left on the sidelines as he recovers from injury. The good news for fans of the club is that this is not due to transfer speculation and is purely due to injury, having suffered from some muscular injuries. He will now look to return soon, as he has been involved in the pre-season training camp.
Included in preseason camp squad
Bahoya (undisclosed) has been included in the squad for Eintracht Frankfurt's preseason training camp, suggesting he is getting closer to a return, according to the club.
Analysis: Bahoya had been working individually after being left out of the club's opening friendly against FC Giessen with an undisclosed injury, a notable step back after he had returned to full training once preseason began. His inclusion in the camp squad is an encouraging sign following multiple leg related issues over the past year, and his participation over the coming days should provide more clarity on when he can return to full training.
Sidelined, working alone
Bahoya (undisclosed) is working individually, the club announced.
Analysis: Bahoya had returned to full training once Frankfurt's preseason began, only to then be left out entirely for the club's opening friendly against FC Giessen with an injury of undisclosed nature, according to Christopher Michel of Absolut Eintracht. Going from full training to missing a match this quickly is a notable shift given he has already dealt with multiple leg related issues over the past year. The next training session and the following friendly against Waldhof Mannheim on Aug. 1 should offer a clearer picture of the severity. Bahoya is expected to continue his individual work in the meantime as the club monitors his status.
Misses friendly with injury
Bahoya was not part of Eintracht Frankfurt's squad for the club's first pre-season friendly against FC GieBen, missing out with an injury, Christopher Michel of Absolut Eintracht reports.
Analysis: Bahoya had cleared the first hurdle of this recovery, training fully alongside teammates once Frankfurt's preseason began, only to then be left out of the squad entirely for the opening friendly with no specified injury. Going from fully training to missing a match this quickly is a genuine red flag rather than routine caution, particularly given he's already dealt with multiple leg-related issues over the past year. The next training session and the following friendly against Waldhof Mannheim on August 1 should offer a clearer read on how serious this actually is.
Back in group for preseason start
Bahoya (undisclosed) was among the players present for Eintracht Frankfurt's first pre-season training session under new head coach Adi Hutter, a positive sign after MRI scans found no structural damage from his early withdrawal in the season finale against VfB Stuttgart in May, per Frankfurt Rundschau.
Analysis: Bahoya's early exit in the finale against Stuttgart in May initially raised concern given his history of thigh trouble that season, but MRI scans found no structural damage, and the club managed his workload carefully through the rest of that month. His presence in the group for Adi Hutter's first pre-season training session, confirms he heads into the new campaign without an injury cloud hanging over him.
Forced off in season finale
Bahoya (knock) was forced off in the 17th minute of Saturday's final match of the season against Stuttgart, with no further details provided on the nature of the issue.
Analysis: Bahoya's early exit brought a premature end to what had otherwise been an encouraging campaign, finishing the season with three goals and four assists across 35 appearances in all competitions. The extent of the injury remains unknown, leaving his condition heading into the offseason uncertain. The young winger has shown considerable promise this season, and staying healthy will be the key factor in his continued development heading into next campaign.
Option for end of season
Bahoya (thigh) has cleared his injury and is fit for the end of the season, according to manager Albert Riera. "All other players are candidates for the squad."
Analysis: Bahoya has been partially training this week, and that is leading to his return, ending his four-match absence. The attacker will look to return to the starting XI immediately, as he did start in the six games before his injury, recording four goal contributions during that span. With seven goal contributions in 24 appearances (24 starts) this season, he has started to make a name for himself, looking for a string end to propel him into the next campaign.
Returns to partial training
Bahoya (thigh) has returned to partial team training Wednesday and remains a doubt to return for Saturday's clash against Hamburger, according to the club.
Analysis: Bahoya has missed four consecutive Bundesliga matches with a thigh injury, making his return to the training pitch a welcome development for Frankfurt heading into the weekend. The club will assess how he responds to the partial sessions over the coming days before making a final call on his involvement against the Red Shorts, with the young French winger having contributed one goal and three assists in his last six appearances before the injury struck.
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