Ransford-Yeboah Königsdörffer’s proposed move to OGC Nice has fallen through after the Ghanaian forward failed his medical examination, forcing the Ligue 1 club to withdraw from the deal at the last moment.
The Hamburg SV striker had been expected to finalise his transfer to the Côte d’Azur this week, with Nice keen on securing his services ahead of their UEFA Champions League third qualifying round clash against Benfica on Wednesday.
However, the 23-year-old’s medical assessment raised concerns, prompting additional tests which ultimately confirmed the club’s fears.
According to reports from L’Équipe, the issue lies with a meniscus problem, which led Nice’s medical team to advise against proceeding with the transfer.
The club, unwilling to take any risks regarding Königsdörffer’s fitness and long-term availability, decided to cancel the agreement entirely.
The move was expected to provide Königsdörffer with his first opportunity to play in one of Europe’s top five leagues, after an impressive campaign in the 2. Bundesliga.
Last season, the Ghana international netted 14 goals in 32 appearances for Hamburg, showcasing his physical presence and finishing ability.
His performances had not gone unnoticed, attracting interest from several clubs across Europe, with Nice emerging as frontrunners in recent weeks.
Königsdörffer, who has been capped six times by the Ghanaian national team, was eager to make the step up and contribute to Nice’s European ambitions.
His inclusion in the squad for the upcoming tie against Benfica had been anticipated, as the club looked to bolster their attacking options.
The failed medical, however, has now derailed those plans.
Sources close to the negotiations indicate that the transfer had been agreed in principle, pending medical clearance.
Nice’s withdrawal means that the player will return to Hamburg, at least temporarily, as both parties assess the next steps.
The extent of the meniscus issue remains unclear, but the setback could influence future transfer prospects for Königsdörffer during the current window.
For OGC Nice, the abrupt end to the transfer pursuit leaves the club searching for alternative solutions in attack as the Champions League qualifiers loom.
The club’s recruitment staff are now expected to accelerate efforts to secure reinforcements before the summer deadline.
As for Königsdörffer, the failed medical marks a significant disappointment in what could have been a pivotal move in his career, but the forward remains determined to recover and return to form, whether at Hamburg or elsewhere.
