Emmanuel Ekong

As a youth player, Ekong joined the youth academy of Swedish seventh tier side Bollstanäs SK. in 2015, he joined the youth academy of IF Brommapojkarna in the Swedish second tier. In 2018, he joined the youth academy of Italian club Empoli. On 5 September 2022, Ekong made his debut for Empoli during a 2–2 draw with Salernitana. In January 2023, Ekong signed for Serie B club Perugia on loan until the end of the season. On 8 September 2023, Ekong joined Croatian side Istra 1961 on loan until the end of the season, with an option to buy. On 8 January 2025, Malmö FF announced Ekong's signing.

Born in Italy to Nigerian parents and raised in Sweden, Ekong is eligible to represent Nigeria, Italy and Sweden. He has represented the Swedish under-19 national team five times, scoring one goal.

As of match played 4 July 2026

Ekong is the son of Nigeria international Prince Ikpe Ekong.