Breel Embolo
Overview
Breel Embolo (born February 14, 1997) is a Swiss footballer whose primary position is striker. He currently plays for AS Monaco in Ligue 1 and the Switzerland national football team. Born to Cameroonian parents, he came through the Swiss youth system and debuted professionally, establishing himself in European football with his speed, strong physique, and goal-scoring ability.
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Early Career
Embolo was born in Basel, Switzerland, and started playing football at a young age. He joined the FC Basel youth academy in 2010 and debuted for the first team in 2014. He attracted attention by scoring 8 goals in the 2014–15 Swiss Super League season, and in 2015–16, he scored 10 league goals, contributing to the team's league title.
Schalke 04 Period
In the summer of 2016, he moved to the German Bundesliga club Schalke 04, entering a major league. The transfer fee was estimated at around €20 million. His first season at Schalke was somewhat underwhelming due to injuries and adaptation issues, but in the 2017–18 season, he scored 10 league goals, proving his potential. However, frequent injuries prevented him from maintaining consistent performances.
Loan to Borussia Mönchengladbach
In the 2019–20 season, Embolo was loaned to Borussia Mönchengladbach. In his first season after the move, he scored 8 league goals, helping the team qualify for the UEFA Champions League. His dribbling and finishing in fast counter-attacks were particularly notable.
AS Monaco
In the summer of 2020, Embolo made a permanent transfer to AS Monaco in Ligue 1. The transfer fee was reported to be around €11 million. At Monaco, he established himself as a starting striker, scoring 12 league goals in the 2021–22 season, contributing to the team's third-place finish and Champions League qualification. In the 2022–23 season, he continued his consistent form with over 10 league goals.
International Career
Embolo progressed through Switzerland's youth national teams and debuted for the senior team in 2015. He participated in major tournaments including UEFA Euro 2016, the 2018 FIFA World Cup, UEFA Euro 2020, and the 2022 FIFA World Cup. Notably, at Euro 2020, he scored the winning goal in the round of 16 match against France, leading the team to the quarter-finals. At the 2022 World Cup, he scored a brace in the group stage match against Serbia, helping Switzerland advance to the round of 16.
Playing Style
Embolo is a striker with a solid 185 cm physique and fast speed. He can play both on the wing and through the center, with his explosive acceleration in counter-attacks being a key strength. His finishing has steadily improved, and he actively participates in link-up play and pressing. However, frequent injuries have been a hindrance to his career.
Latest Developments
As of the 2024–25 season, Embolo is playing as a starting striker for AS Monaco. He attracted interest from several clubs in the summer 2024 transfer window but chose to stay. In the early part of the 2024–25 season, he has shown good form with 5 goals in the league. He remains a key player for the Swiss national team, scoring 3 goals in the UEFA Euro 2024 qualifiers to help the team reach the finals. As of 2025, his market value is estimated at around €15 million.
Related Topics
- [[Switzerland national football team]]
- [[AS Monaco]]
- [[Bundesliga]]
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