1. FC Köln is facing a striker shortage because Ragnar Ache has a muscle problem and Thijs Dallinga has a cruciate ligament issue. As a result, it has been suggested that the club could make a quick signing of a free agent. The 32-year-old Togolese forward Ihlas Bebou has been named as a potential option. Other players being considered are Joselu, Dawid Kownacki, and Cedric Teuchert. This is described as only a consideration at this point, and it is currently unclear if the club will actually make an emergency transfer. Bebou was also linked with FC Union Berlin during the summer transfer window.