Monaco forward George Ilenikhena is being linked with a move to Bundesliga side Stuttgart, with the probability of a transfer currently rated at 23% according to data from Transfermarkt.
The 19-year-old centre-forward, who holds both Nigerian and French nationality, is rumoured to be on Stuttgart’s radar as the German club assess options to strengthen their attack. Ilenikhena is valued at €12.00m, and any potential deal would likely need to reflect a market value that has fluctuated in recent years but remains significant for a teenager.
Monaco, competing in Ligue 1, could face a decision over whether to cash in on a player whose contract details are not publicly specified, raising the theoretical possibility that he could move on a free in the future if no agreement is reached. For now, the link to Stuttgart remains at the level of speculation, with no indication in the data of formal talks or a fee being agreed.
Born in Lagos on 16 August 2006, the 1.85m left-footed striker has progressed rapidly, moving from Amiens SC’s youth ranks to their first team, then to Royal Antwerp in Belgium, before joining Monaco. His previous stints in Ligue 2, the Belgian top flight and now Ligue 1 underline a career built on steady steps through increasingly competitive leagues.
Ilenikhena’s valuation has climbed from €500,000 at Amiens at 16 to peaks of €15m at Monaco, before settling at the current €12m mark in December 2025, suggesting clubs still see considerable upside in his development. With experience across France and Belgium and a profile suited to modern attacking systems, a switch to Stuttgart and the Bundesliga would represent another significant jump.
Should the move materialise, it could prove a pivotal moment in shaping Ilenikhena’s trajectory, offering a new platform to cement his reputation as one of the more intriguing young forwards in European football.
