Jean-Mattéo Bahoya
LEE
Left Winger
Wide Forward
May 7, 2005 (21)
Right
5'11"
165 lb
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.
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.
Won't face Augsburg
Bahoya (thigh) won't be an option to face Augsburg on Saturday, according to manager Albert Riera. "Bahoya remains unavailable for selection."
Analysis: Bahoya was planning to return in this fixture, but the winger isn't ready to do so. His potential return to action might come against Hamburg on May 2, but his involvement in training over the next few days will determine that. The Augsburg match will be Bahoya's fourth consecutive absence in domestic play.
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