Ihlas Bebou is being linked with a return to Fortuna Düsseldorf from Hoffenheim, with the move currently rated at a 31% probability according to Transfermarkt data.
The 31-year-old centre-forward, who represents Togo and also holds German nationality, is rumoured to be on Fortuna’s radar as they look to add top-flight experience to their 2. Bundesliga promotion push. Bebou’s current market value stands at €1.00m, a figure that could make him an affordable option for Düsseldorf or, depending on his contractual situation at Hoffenheim, even a potential future free agent.
Bebou is listed as a Hoffenheim player with no contract expiry date provided in the available data, which has fuelled speculation that his long-term future in the Bundesliga may be uncertain. A switch to Düsseldorf would mark a return to familiar surroundings: the forward came through Fortuna’s youth ranks, progressing from their U18 and U19 sides before breaking into the senior team in 2013.
From Fortuna, Bebou moved to Hannover 96 in 2017, where his market value rose sharply, peaking at around €12m during his time in the Bundesliga. His performances there prompted Hoffenheim to bring him in ahead of the 2019-20 season, where he continued to feature in Germany’s top division and even saw his valuation reach €16m at its height.
Born in Aledjo Kadara on 23 April 1994 and standing 1.85m tall, Bebou offers pace in behind and the ability to lead the line as a central attacker, operating primarily on his right foot. With his value having steadily declined in recent years to €1.00m, a move down a division could offer him regular minutes and a central role once again.
Should the transfer materialise, a return to Fortuna Düsseldorf could provide Bebou with the platform to revive his standing in German football and shape the final chapter of his career.
