Paris, France – Ciro Immobile, the celebrated Italian striker, continues to search for his first goal with Paris FC, leaving some observers questioning whether the 36-year-old can recapture his prolific form in Ligue 1. Five weeks after arriving at the club, the former Serie A Capocannoniere has yet to find the back of the net in six appearances, raising concerns despite the initial excitement surrounding his signing.
Immobile’s move to Paris FC in January was heralded as a coup for the ambitious, recently promoted club, backed by the Arnault family and Red Bull. He represents the first major “star” signing for the project, bringing a wealth of experience and a decorated past to the French capital. However, questions lingered from the start, given his age and a disrupted first half of the season with Bologna, where he made only six appearances due to injury. As of March 8, 2026, according to Transfermarkt, Immobile’s market value stands at €2.00 million.
The veteran forward has played a total of 352 minutes for Paris FC, but has been unable to replicate the goal-scoring touch that saw him crowned European Golden Shoe winner in 2020 and a four-time Serie A top scorer. While he started in four consecutive Ligue 1 matches – against Auxerre, Lens, Toulouse, and Nice – he was relegated to the bench for Sunday’s match against Lyon, entering the game as a 73rd-minute substitute. This shift in playing time underscores the growing pressure on Immobile to deliver.
Immobile’s career has been extensive, and decorated. Beginning his professional journey with Sorrento in 2007, he spent time on loan from Juventus to Siena and Grosseto before a breakthrough season with Pescara in 2011-2012, where he scored 28 goals in 37 appearances. Subsequent spells at Genoa, Torino (where he won the Capocannoniere award), Borussia Dortmund, Sevilla, and a highly successful seven-year stint with Lazio have established him as one of Italy’s most prolific strikers. He also had a brief spell with Beşiktaş in 2024-2025, scoring 15 goals in 30 matches, before returning to Italy with Bologna for a short period. His international career with Italy has seen 57 caps and 17 goals, including a victorious run at the UEFA European Championship in 2020 and a runner-up finish in the 2013 UEFA European Under-21 Championship.
The situation at Paris FC is particularly intriguing given the arrival of new manager Stéphane Kombouaré. Kombouaré’s tenure began with a win against Nice, as reported by WRALSportsFan.com, offering a potential boost to the team’s morale and a fresh start for all players, including Immobile. Whether this change in leadership will unlock Immobile’s scoring potential remains to be seen.
The question now is whether Immobile can adapt to the demands of Ligue 1 and rediscover his goal-scoring form. His experience and pedigree are undeniable, but time is of the essence. Paris FC will be hoping that their marquee signing can soon start contributing goals and justify the faith placed in him. The club’s ambitions hinge, in part, on Immobile’s ability to translate his past successes to the French league.
Paris FC’s next fixture is scheduled for March 22nd against Le Havre. This match will provide another opportunity for Immobile to break his scoring drought and begin to repay the investment made in his services. Fans and analysts alike will be watching closely to see if the Italian veteran can turn his fortunes around and turn into the focal point of Paris FC’s attack.
What are your thoughts? Will Ciro Immobile find his scoring touch in Ligue 1, or is this a case of a legend past his prime? Share your opinions in the comments below.
