Danish-Ghanaian striker Malik Pimpong was absent from Wednesday's training due to illness, casting uncertainty over whether he will be available for the club's upcoming Bundesliga away match against Mainz this weekend.Frankfurt confirmed the 18-year-old was unavailable during its latest squad update, although the club did not provide a timeframe for his return.It remains unclear whether Pimpong will recover in time to resume training later this week. His progress will be monitored closely, with
[caption id="attachment_1344943" align="alignnone" width="1024"] 21 August 2026, North Rhine-Westphalia, Krefeld: Soccer, Men: DFB Cup, SC St. Tnis 11/20 vs. Eintracht Frankfurt, First Round, Grotenburg Stadium; Bilal Brusdeilins (left, Tnis) and Malik Pimpong (Eintracht Frankfurt) battle for the ball. Photo: Federico Gambarini/dpa - IMPORTANT NOTICE: In accordance with the regulations of the Bundesliga and the DFB (German Football Association), it is prohibited to use or allow the use of photographs taken in the stadium and/or during the game in the form of sequential images and/or video-like photo series. (Photo by Federico Gambarini/picture alliance via Getty Images)[/caption]Danish-Ghanaian striker Malik Pimpong was absent from Wednesday's training due to illness, casting uncertainty over whether he will be available for the club's upcoming Bundesliga away match against Mainz this weekend.Frankfurt confirmed the 18-year-old was unavailable during its latest squad update, although the club did not provide a timeframe for his return.It remains unclear whether Pimpong will recover in time to resume training later this week. His progress will be monitored closely, with Frankfurt unlikely to make a decision on his availability until his condition improves and he can safely return to group work.The setback comes as the young striker continues to build his profile in German football. Pimpong began his development in FC Midtjyllands academy and enjoyed an exceptional 2025-26 campaign, finishing as the U19 leagues leading scorer with 20 goals in 26 appearances.A right-footed forward, Pimpong is valued for his movement, direct running, and threat around goal. His style has earned comparisons with France international Hugo Ekitike, another attacker known for combining athleticism with sharp finishing.For now, though, Pimpongs sole focus will be regaining full health. Frankfurt will hope he can quickly rejoin preparations and continue competing for opportunities in the senior setup as the season gathers pace.
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