Official: Dortmund striker Moukoko joins Nice on loan, with an option to buy out

In the early morning of August 29th, Beijing time, Nice officially issued an announcement, announcing the loan of Dortmund striker Moukoko. The loan agreement includes an option to buy out. According to the previous report of L'Equipe, the buyout fee is 18 million euros.

Dortmund striker Moukoko joined Nice on loan, and the loan agreement includes an option to buy out.

Nice club sports director Florian Maurice said: "Mukkoko is a talented player who is good at vertical running and has excellent skills in front of the goal. Although he is only 19 years old, he is already a member of the German national team and has accumulated rich experience in high-level competitions. He will provide different tactical options for our frontcourt."

Mukko started his career in St. Pauli and then trained in Dortmund. The day after his 16th birthday, he made his Bundesliga debut in Dortmund's match against Hertha Berlin (November 21, 2020, the team won 5-2). He made a total of 99 appearances in Dortmund's first team, scoring 18 goals and contributing 8 assists.

The German international participated in the 2022 World Cup, played 27 times for Dortmund in the 2023-24 season, scored 6 goals, and helped the team reach the Champions League final.

Nice club president Rivelle said: "Mukko is a highly sought-after striker and we are very happy that he can join us. The transfer market is full of opportunities. This opportunity is very good and we seized it. We welcome his arrival."

Mukko said: "Thanks to the trust of the Nice club, I can't wait to get to know the team, the coaching staff and the fans. I am looking forward to this season, both as a team and as an individual. I come with great enthusiasm, humility and ambition. Thank you, Issa Nissa!"