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.

Club career As a youth player, Ekong joined the youth academy of Swedish seventh tier side Bollstanäs SK. in 2015, he joined the youth academy of IF Brommapojkarna in the Swedish second tier.

In 2018, he joined the youth academy of Italian Serie A club Empoli. On 5 September 2022, Ekong debuted for Empoli during a 2–2 draw with Salernitana.

On 8 September 2023, Ekong joined Croatian side Istra 1961 on loan until the end of the season, with an option to buy.

On 8 January 2025, Malmö FF announced Ekong's signing.

International career Born in Italy to Nigerian parents and raised in Sweden, Ekong is eligible to represent Nigeria, Italy and Sweden.

He has represented the Swedish under-19 national team five times, scoring one goal.

Personal life Ekong is the son of Nigeria international Prince Ikpe Ekong.

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