According to Bild, 1. FC Köln has signed Kristoffer Lund as their new left-back. The club has secured Lund on a one-year loan deal with an option to purchase him from the Italian club Palermo. This signing has been officially confirmed by the club. Lund reportedly stated that he is eager to play in the Bundesliga and to prove himself at Köln. Holding both Danish and American citizenship, he has represented the USA in 7 international matches. Sport-Boss Thomas Kessler mentioned that Lund offers the desired profile for the left flank, with a blend of defensive stability and offensive drive. His acquisition is considered a crucial element in boosting the quality and competition for the left-back position at Köln.

Bild reports on the transfer of Kristoffer Lund to 1. FC Köln. Kristoffer Lund is joining 1. FC Köln. He is expected to undergo a medical check today. Köln and Palermo have agreed on a loan deal with a purchase option for the left-back. Previously, the transfer had almost failed due to communication issues and language barriers with the Italians, which were perceived as part of a negotiation tactic.

1. FC Köln and FC Palermo have reached an agreement for a loan transfer with an option to buy for Kristoffer Lund. The medical examination is scheduled for tomorrow.

Kristoffer Lund was in negotiations to transfer from FC Palermo to 1. FC Köln. However, the negotiations have been called off by Köln's Sporting Director Thomas Kessler due to poor communication and language barriers with the Serie B club.