Said El Mala

Recent reports from December 2025 consistently cite a valuation and potential transfer fee of 60 million euros, with some suggesting a range of 50 to 60 million euros. Manchester United was reportedly prepared to spend between approximately 30 million and 41 million euros. Earlier speculation in October 2025 mentioned lower figures, from a minimum of 35 million euros up to a range of 30 to 40 million euros. In the summer of 2025, Brighton & Hove Albion had offers, reportedly ranging from 10 million to 20 million euros, rejected by 1. FC Köln. The player's Transfermarkt value was reported to have risen from 3 million to 18 million euros during 2025. He transferred from Viktoria Köln to 1. FC Köln in July 2024 for a reported fee of 300,000 to 450,000 euros.

Our valuation for Said El Mala is driven by consistent reporting in late 2025 from multiple sources that 1. FC Köln's asking price is approximately 60 million euros. This figure is supported by intense interest from a host of Europe's biggest clubs, including Bayern Munich, Manchester City, and PSG. The player's long-term contract to 2030 with no release clause gives his club maximum leverage, justifying a high valuation despite his young age and limited top-flight experience.