Felix Kalu Nmecha (born 10 October 2000) is a German footballer who plays as a midfielder for Bundesliga club Borussia Dortmund and the Germany national team. Nmecha made his Manchester City debut in the second leg of the EFL Cup semi-final against Burton Albion, replacing Oleksandr Zinchenko in the 67th minute, in which Manchester City won the game 1–0. Nmecha scored the winning goal in the U18 Premier League Cup final on 19 March 2019, against Middlesbrough U18. On 3 November 2020, Nmecha provided an assist for João Cancelo on his Champions League debut for City as a substitute for Kevin De Bruyne in a 3–0 home win over Olympiacos in the group stage.Nmecha was released by City at the end of his contract on 30 June 2021.

Club Career

• Manchester City → Early Career: Nmecha progressed through Manchester City’s youth ranks, but senior opportunities were limited.

• VfL Wolfsburg (2021–2023): He moved to Wolfsburg seeking regular first‑team football. Over two seasons he played roughly 50 games, and gradually established himself, especially in the 2022/23 season, when he became a key midfield figure — scoring and assisting and drawing attention to his all‑around midfield profile.

• Borussia Dortmund (2023–present): In summer 2023 he transferred to Dortmund. By 2025, he’s wearing the number 8 shirt and is considered a “box‑to‑box” midfielder: combining physicality, speed, stamina, and technical quality — seen as a mix of defensive solidity and offensive support.

• He’s already contributed goals, assists, and key midfield work for Dortmund in Bundesliga and European competitions.

Style of Play & Strengths

• Box‑to‑Box Midfielder: Nmecha combines physical strength, athleticism, and technical skill. He’s capable defensively (tackling, duels) and offensively (carrying the ball, shots, transitions).

• Speed & Work Rate: Despite being 1.88–1.90 m tall, he’s noted for impressive pace (top speeds around 34–35 km/h), high stamina, and a work-rate that allows him to cover a lot of ground during matches.

• Technical & Physical Blend: Nmecha’s comfort on the ball — even under pressure — combined with his physical attributes (height, strength) makes him suited to modern midfield roles: able to defend, carry, pass, and shoot.

• Versatility: He can play as a more defensive‑minded midfielder, as a dynamic box‑to‑box runner, or even in more advanced roles depending on the tactical setup — giving his coaches flexibility.

International Career

• Because of his early years in both Germany and England, Nmecha represented youth teams from both countries at various times.

• In March 2023, he earned his first senior cap for the Germany national football team.

• As of recent updates, he has made multiple appearances for Germany — establishing himself as a potential regular depending on form and fitness.