Cameroonian Defender Jérôme Onguéné's Free Agent Status Sparks Transfer Speculations
Khaled Hegazy
Dailysports's expert
After a turbulent period characterized by injuries, Jérôme Onguéné, a once-promising Cameroonian defender, has formally left Eintracht Frankfurt. The Bundesliga team wished the 27-year-old well in his future as they announced the contract termination.
Onguéné’s time at Frankfurt, which began in 2022, ended without a single first-team appearance. A series of injuries hindered his progress, leading to unsuccessful loan spells at Servette (Switzerland) and Salzburg (Austria). Since his last cap with Cameroon during the 2021 AFCON, Onguéné’s career trajectory has been on a downward spiral.
Currently a free agent, Onguéné has reportedly attracted interest from several clubs. Ligue 2's AC Ajaccio, facing relegation concerns, is considering a short-term contract for the defender. Additionally, teams in Austria and Belgium are rumored to be potential destinations.
Onguéné's market worth is still €400,000 in spite of these disappointments, and the forthcoming transfer window may provide the Mbalmayo native a significant chance to revitalize his career and re-establish himself in the professional football league.