Emmanuel Ekong
Emmanuel Ekong (born 25 June 2002) is a professional footballer who plays as a forward for Allsvenskan club Malmö FF. Born in Italy, he represented Sweden at youth level.[1][2] Club careerAs a youth player, Ekong joined the youth academy of Swedish seventh tier side Bollstanäs SK.[3] in 2015, he joined the youth academy of IF Brommapojkarna in the Swedish second tier.[4] In 2018, he joined the youth academy of Italian Serie A club Empoli.[5] On 5 September 2022, Ekong debuted for Empoli during a 2–2 draw with Salernitana.[6] In January 2023, Ekong signed for Serie B club Perugia on loan until the end of the season.[7] On 8 September 2023, Ekong joined Croatian side Istra 1961 on loan until the end of the season, with an option to buy.[8] On 8 January 2025, Malmö FF announced Ekong's signing.[9] International careerBorn in Italy to Nigerian parents and raised in Sweden, Ekong is eligible to represent Nigeria, Italy and Sweden.[10] He has represented the Swedish under-19 national team five times, scoring one goal.[11] Personal lifeEkong is the son of Nigeria international Prince Ikpe Ekong.[6] References
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