Niels Nkounkou
Mercato XI valuation · €14.0M · October 2026
Current Team
Nice
Niels Nkounkou
Performance Summary
Season snapshot
Season Rating
Tackles / G
2.8
Int / G
1.8
Duel Win %
43%
Aerials Won
6
Clean Sheets
0
Pass Acc.
76.3%
Tackles
17
Interceptions
11
Appearances
6
Rating
6.78
Detailed stats
Player Statistics
Shots
3
Shots on Target
2
Shot Accuracy
67%
Big Chances Created
1
Big Chances Missed
1
Transfer History
Career moves for Niels Nkounkou
About Niels Nkounkou
Niels Nkounkou is a 25-year-old French left back at Nice, where he wears the number 27 shirt. Standing at 184cm and left-footed, he plays in Ligue 1.
Across 6 appearances and 493 minutes in the 2026/2027 season, Niels Nkounkou has contributed 17 tackles and 11 interceptions to his side's defensive work.
As of October 2026, Mercato XI values Niels Nkounkou at €14.0M, with a steady upward trend in recent months. Playing regularly in Ligue 1, a defined role at Nice, and being at a productive age for a defender all support a positive outlook on his value. Read the methodology to learn more about how we estimate player value.
Frequently asked questions
What position does Niels Nkounkou play?+
Niels Nkounkou plays as a left back for Nice, and is 25 years old.
What are Niels Nkounkou's stats for the 2026/2027 season?+
In the 2026/2027 season, Niels Nkounkou has made 6 appearances in Ligue 1, contributing 17 tackles, 11 interceptions.
How is Niels Nkounkou's 2026 market value calculated?+
Mercato XI estimates Niels Nkounkou's market value with an AI model that weighs his on-pitch performance, age, and the strength of Ligue 1. The valuation is recalculated every month.