FC Köln is considering German Centre-Back Calvin Brackelmann, 26, from SC Paderborn as a possible option to strengthen their defense during the winter transfer window. The club is looking to improve its squad because of numerous injuries, and Brackelmann is named as a candidate along with Sebastiaan Bornauw from Leeds United. The former Germany U19 international joined Paderborn in August 2023 and has a contract that runs until June 2026. In the current 2. Bundesliga season, he has made 10 appearances and provided one assist. According to Transfermarkt, his market value is estimated at €1.50m.