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Said El Mala Transfer from FC Köln to Borussia Dortmund
Said El Mala is a top priority at Borussia Dortmund. According to 'Bild', Borussia Dortmund has decided not to pay the demanded 50 million euros for Said El Mala under any circumstances. The current offer is to be minimally increased. The outlet also reported that the deal can only happen if the price starts with a 4. If 1. FC Köln does not accommodate Borussia Dortmund, the transfer will be abandoned. El Mala wants to force a move to Borussia Dortmund and has been offered a five-year contract.
Said El Mala is a top priority at Borussia Dortmund. According to 'Bild', Borussia Dortmund has decided not to pay the demanded 50 million euros for Said El Mala under any circumstances. The current offer is to be minimally increased. The outlet also reported that the deal can only happen if the price starts with a 4. If 1. FC Köln does not accommodate Borussia Dortmund, the transfer will be abandoned. El Mala wants to force a move to Borussia Dortmund and has been offered a five-year contract.
Borussia Dortmund recently submitted an offer for Said El Mala worth 44 million euros, comprising a 34 million euro base fee and 10 million euros in possible bonuses. According to Köln's Sportboss Thomas Kessler, this offer does not form a basis for negotiations. Kessler stated that Köln has internally established a minimum transfer fee of 50 million euros, and the base fee for negotiations would need to be close to 45 million euros. He confirmed that several offers have been received in recent weeks, but none that would lead them to consider selling Said El Mala. Kessler also stated that he has little interest in allowing Said El Mala to leave and expects him to play for Köln in the coming season. It was indicated that Dortmund officials have approached the player personally. Kessler warned that clubs should not speak to players directly, stating he expects all competitors to follow the rules. Köln remains open to discussions until the end of the transfer window, but the price for Said El Mala will increase as the process continues.
Borussia Dortmund recently submitted an offer for Said El Mala worth 44 million euros, comprising a 34 million euro base fee and 10 million euros in possible bonuses. According to Köln's Sportboss Thomas Kessler, this offer does not form a basis for negotiations. Kessler stated that Köln has internally established a minimum transfer fee of 50 million euros, and the base fee for negotiations would need to be close to 45 million euros. He confirmed that several offers have been received in recent weeks, but none that would lead them to consider selling Said El Mala. Kessler also stated that he has little interest in allowing Said El Mala to leave and expects him to play for Köln in the coming season. It was indicated that Dortmund officials have approached the player personally. Kessler warned that clubs should not speak to players directly, stating he expects all competitors to follow the rules. Köln remains open to discussions until the end of the transfer window, but the price for Said El Mala will increase as the process continues.
Borussia Dortmund's offer of 44 million euros including bonuses for Said El Mala was rejected by 1. FC Köln, which insists on a demand of 50 million euros. According to 'Bild', the management of 1. FC Köln has internally agreed that as the transfer window progresses, 50 million euros will no longer be a sufficient amount to sign El Mala. FC squad planner Tim Steidten stated that time is also always a factor, adding that if the club receives funds only two days before the transfer deadline, it has no value at that point. Steidten also said that Said is a player of 1. FC Köln and feels very comfortable, and that the club feels just as comfortable with him, so there is currently no reason to discuss anything else. According to 'Sport Bild', El Mala was close to moving to Dortmund in 2024, and a medical check was scheduled. At the time, Borussia Dortmund offered 150,000 euros, and 1. FC Köln offered 200,000 euros more.
Borussia Dortmund's offer of 44 million euros including bonuses for Said El Mala was rejected by 1. FC Köln, which insists on a demand of 50 million euros. According to 'Bild', the management of 1. FC Köln has internally agreed that as the transfer window progresses, 50 million euros will no longer be a sufficient amount to sign El Mala. FC squad planner Tim Steidten stated that time is also always a factor, adding that if the club receives funds only two days before the transfer deadline, it has no value at that point. Steidten also said that Said is a player of 1. FC Köln and feels very comfortable, and that the club feels just as comfortable with him, so there is currently no reason to discuss anything else. According to 'Sport Bild', El Mala was close to moving to Dortmund in 2024, and a medical check was scheduled. At the time, Borussia Dortmund offered 150,000 euros, and 1. FC Köln offered 200,000 euros more.
According to Bild, Borussia Dortmund made a transfer offer for Said El Mala consisting of a 34 million euro base fee and 10 million euros in bonus payments. Bild also reports that 1. FC Köln's demand is at least 50 million euros. The same outlet states that Borussia Dortmund is unwilling to pay more than 44 million euros but might increase the base amount to further negotiations. Sky reports a conflict exists between 1. FC Köln and Borussia Dortmund, and describes the relationship as tense. According to Sky, the management of 1. FC Köln is very irritated by the way the offer was submitted and its structure. The bonus payments were reportedly linked to unrealistic conditions, such as Said El Mala becoming player of the season and top scorer next season, and receiving a Ballon d'Or nomination. A five-year contract has been agreed in principle with Said El Mala, according to a report from Bild. The same source also adds that Borussia Dortmund is still awaiting an official response from 1. FC Köln and that there is optimism in Dortmund about completing the deal in the coming days.
According to Bild, Borussia Dortmund made a transfer offer for Said El Mala consisting of a 34 million euro base fee and 10 million euros in bonus payments. Bild also reports that 1. FC Köln's demand is at least 50 million euros. The same outlet states that Borussia Dortmund is unwilling to pay more than 44 million euros but might increase the base amount to further negotiations. Sky reports a conflict exists between 1. FC Köln and Borussia Dortmund, and describes the relationship as tense. According to Sky, the management of 1. FC Köln is very irritated by the way the offer was submitted and its structure. The bonus payments were reportedly linked to unrealistic conditions, such as Said El Mala becoming player of the season and top scorer next season, and receiving a Ballon d'Or nomination. A five-year contract has been agreed in principle with Said El Mala, according to a report from Bild. The same source also adds that Borussia Dortmund is still awaiting an official response from 1. FC Köln and that there is optimism in Dortmund about completing the deal in the coming days.
According to BILD, Borussia Dortmund has offered Köln an immediate fee of €34 million plus €10 million in possible bonus payments for Said El Mala. The €44 million package is reportedly considered internally to be the maximum amount Dortmund is willing to pay. Köln has internally decided that El Mala, who is under contract until 2030, will not be sold for less than a total package of €50 million. The transfer could proceed more quickly if Dortmund were to increase the immediate fee.
According to BILD, Borussia Dortmund has offered Köln an immediate fee of €34 million plus €10 million in possible bonus payments for Said El Mala. The €44 million package is reportedly considered internally to be the maximum amount Dortmund is willing to pay. Köln has internally decided that El Mala, who is under contract until 2030, will not be sold for less than a total package of €50 million. The transfer could proceed more quickly if Dortmund were to increase the immediate fee.
1. FC Köln immediately rejected Borussia Dortmund's offer for Said El Mala. Sky reported the offer was for a base fee of 26 million euros with 16 million in add-ons, while Bild reported an offer of 34 million euros guaranteed plus six million in bonuses. According to Geissblog, Köln declared the negotiations to be ended in view of the figures, with club officials reportedly demanding a 50 million euro transfer fee. Köln officials are also reportedly dissatisfied with Dortmund's approach to influencing the player, and the clubs would need to reconcile before negotiations could resume. Despite this, Bild stated that if El Mala leaves Köln, only BVB is considered as a destination. Furthermore, Express reported rumors that El Mala will be under contract at BVB in a few weeks.
1. FC Köln immediately rejected Borussia Dortmund's offer for Said El Mala. Sky reported the offer was for a base fee of 26 million euros with 16 million in add-ons, while Bild reported an offer of 34 million euros guaranteed plus six million in bonuses. According to Geissblog, Köln declared the negotiations to be ended in view of the figures, with club officials reportedly demanding a 50 million euro transfer fee. Köln officials are also reportedly dissatisfied with Dortmund's approach to influencing the player, and the clubs would need to reconcile before negotiations could resume. Despite this, Bild stated that if El Mala leaves Köln, only BVB is considered as a destination. Furthermore, Express reported rumors that El Mala will be under contract at BVB in a few weeks.
Sky reports that Borussia Dortmund submitted an official offer for Said El Mala at 1. FC Köln last week. The offer was 26 million euros plus 16 million in bonuses, with eight million of those considered easily achievable. 1. FC Köln responded that El Mala is not for sale under these conditions. The club continues to demand 50 million euros for Said El Mala. He is under contract until 2030 and does not have a release clause. The El Mala family could imagine a move to Borussia Dortmund.
Sky reports that Borussia Dortmund submitted an official offer for Said El Mala at 1. FC Köln last week. The offer was 26 million euros plus 16 million in bonuses, with eight million of those considered easily achievable. 1. FC Köln responded that El Mala is not for sale under these conditions. The club continues to demand 50 million euros for Said El Mala. He is under contract until 2030 and does not have a release clause. The El Mala family could imagine a move to Borussia Dortmund.
Said El Mala is still highly sought after, and his departure remains under discussion. A transfer could bring approximately 50 million euros to 1. FC Köln, and the player is open to a move to a bigger club. Numerous clubs have shown interest, most recently including Borussia Dortmund. The head coach mentioned that while there was some interest in the summer, Said El Mala is currently training with 1. FC Köln and will continue to do so for the next weeks based on the current situation. He added that if a new situation arises, discussions will be held.
Said El Mala is still highly sought after, and his departure remains under discussion. A transfer could bring approximately 50 million euros to 1. FC Köln, and the player is open to a move to a bigger club. Numerous clubs have shown interest, most recently including Borussia Dortmund. The head coach mentioned that while there was some interest in the summer, Said El Mala is currently training with 1. FC Köln and will continue to do so for the next weeks based on the current situation. He added that if a new situation arises, discussions will be held.
Borussia Dortmund are serious admirers of Said El Mala. However, sources indicate that both El Mala and Koln are increasingly in agreement that the player will stay.
Borussia Dortmund are serious admirers of Said El Mala. However, sources indicate that both El Mala and Koln are increasingly in agreement that the player will stay.
Said El Mala has received offers, but a transfer has not resulted from any of them. Borussia Dortmund is one of the clubs that has recently shown interest in the player. El Mala could still leave during the current transfer window if a suitor meets the 50 million euro demand from Köln and reaches an agreement with him. However, Sport director Thomas Kessler stated that he is convinced El Mala will play for Köln this season, as no transfer has materialized.
Said El Mala has received offers, but a transfer has not resulted from any of them. Borussia Dortmund is one of the clubs that has recently shown interest in the player. El Mala could still leave during the current transfer window if a suitor meets the 50 million euro demand from Köln and reaches an agreement with him. However, Sport director Thomas Kessler stated that he is convinced El Mala will play for Köln this season, as no transfer has materialized.
Sky Sports in Germany reports that Borussia Dortmund is in contact with Köln player Said El Mala. The 19-year-old would be very willing to make the move to Borussia Dortmund. Negotiations between the two clubs are ongoing, as an agreement on the transfer price is required.
Sky Sports in Germany reports that Borussia Dortmund is in contact with Köln player Said El Mala. The 19-year-old would be very willing to make the move to Borussia Dortmund. Negotiations between the two clubs are ongoing, as an agreement on the transfer price is required.
According to the Kölner 'Express', there is information in the FC-Kosmos that Said El Mala's family may have privately reached an agreement with Borussia Dortmund. A transfer could occur after the World Cup or in the upcoming summer. El Mala's mother, Sabrina, has a preference for her sons to remain in Germany and has previously advocated for a transfer to the German vice-champion.
According to the Kölner 'Express', there is information in the FC-Kosmos that Said El Mala's family may have privately reached an agreement with Borussia Dortmund. A transfer could occur after the World Cup or in the upcoming summer. El Mala's mother, Sabrina, has a preference for her sons to remain in Germany and has previously advocated for a transfer to the German vice-champion.
Borussia Dortmund's pursuit of Said El Mala has become more concrete, with the club wanting to make the transfer attractive for 1. FC Köln with a package including a 35 million euros transfer fee and two loan players. According to 'Geissblog', 1. FC Köln reacted to this offer by shaking their heads, and such a transfer model is considered not to be an option.
Borussia Dortmund's pursuit of Said El Mala has become more concrete, with the club wanting to make the transfer attractive for 1. FC Köln with a package including a 35 million euros transfer fee and two loan players. According to 'Geissblog', 1. FC Köln reacted to this offer by shaking their heads, and such a transfer model is considered not to be an option.
The 'Express' has learned from sources in Dortmund’s circle that those responsible are working on what is described as a creative El Mala package. There is speculation about a transfer fee of €30 million plus €5 million in bonuses as well as a sell-on clause. In addition, two loan players are said to be included in the deal, including left-back Almugera Kabar (20) as an example. The prerequisite is said to be that BVB winger Karim Adeyemi (24) is sold this summer with one year remaining on his contract. However, it is uncertain whether Cologne would agree to such a possible transfer model. Cologne finance boss Philipp Türoff recently stated that they do not want to lower their €50 million demand.
The 'Express' has learned from sources in Dortmund’s circle that those responsible are working on what is described as a creative El Mala package. There is speculation about a transfer fee of €30 million plus €5 million in bonuses as well as a sell-on clause. In addition, two loan players are said to be included in the deal, including left-back Almugera Kabar (20) as an example. The prerequisite is said to be that BVB winger Karim Adeyemi (24) is sold this summer with one year remaining on his contract. However, it is uncertain whether Cologne would agree to such a possible transfer model. Cologne finance boss Philipp Türoff recently stated that they do not want to lower their €50 million demand.
According to 'Express', a move to Borussia Dortmund for Said El Mala is considered possible again. The report states that Borussia Dortmund is known in the industry for paying a higher signing fee and salary than transfer fee. It is also reported that El Mala has a very good relationship with BVB defender Nico Schlotterbeck. There are fears at Köln that the player's mother, who also acts as an advisor, would prefer to have her sons nearby in Dortmund. The total package of transfer fee and salary for El Mala is around €80 million. The regional tabloid speculates that BVB could agree with the German U21 international on a top salary and signing fee but offer Köln a lower sum. It remains speculation whether Borussia Dortmund will take definite action to sign him.
According to 'Express', a move to Borussia Dortmund for Said El Mala is considered possible again. The report states that Borussia Dortmund is known in the industry for paying a higher signing fee and salary than transfer fee. It is also reported that El Mala has a very good relationship with BVB defender Nico Schlotterbeck. There are fears at Köln that the player's mother, who also acts as an advisor, would prefer to have her sons nearby in Dortmund. The total package of transfer fee and salary for El Mala is around €80 million. The regional tabloid speculates that BVB could agree with the German U21 international on a top salary and signing fee but offer Köln a lower sum. It remains speculation whether Borussia Dortmund will take definite action to sign him.
According to Express, Borussia Dortmund is seeking to sign Said El Mala for a low price. The player's mother, Sabrina, is advocating for him to remain in Germany and has previously pushed for a move to Borussia Dortmund. An offer of 25 million euros from Dortmund is considered possible, which is only half of the minimum transfer fee desired by 1. FC Köln.
According to Express, Borussia Dortmund is seeking to sign Said El Mala for a low price. The player's mother, Sabrina, is advocating for him to remain in Germany and has previously pushed for a move to Borussia Dortmund. An offer of 25 million euros from Dortmund is considered possible, which is only half of the minimum transfer fee desired by 1. FC Köln.
According to Bild, the competition among top clubs for Said El Mala's transfer is intensifying. Nationally, Bayern and Dortmund are competing for him. The top clubs are intensifying their efforts for Said El Mala due to the upcoming summer transfer period. Numerous scouts have recently attended FC games to observe El Mala.
According to Bild, the competition among top clubs for Said El Mala's transfer is intensifying. Nationally, Bayern and Dortmund are competing for him. The top clubs are intensifying their efforts for Said El Mala due to the upcoming summer transfer period. Numerous scouts have recently attended FC games to observe El Mala.
According to 'Bild', Dortmund is targeting Said El Mala for the upcoming summer and is discussing a transfer. 'Bild' also calculates that Dortmund can only afford El Mala if a top-tier player is sold for a profit.
According to 'Bild', Dortmund is targeting Said El Mala for the upcoming summer and is discussing a transfer. 'Bild' also calculates that Dortmund can only afford El Mala if a top-tier player is sold for a profit.
According to BILD information, officials at BVB have been closely monitoring the development of Said El Mala for months, and a possible summer transfer is being discussed internally.
According to BILD information, officials at BVB have been closely monitoring the development of Said El Mala for months, and a possible summer transfer is being discussed internally.
Insider Nicolo Schira reports that Roma and Borussia Dortmund are interested in Cologne winger Said El Malu.
Insider Nicolo Schira reports that Roma and Borussia Dortmund are interested in Cologne winger Said El Malu.
Borussia Dortmund is interested in Said El Mala. 1. FC Köln is hoping for a record transfer fee of over 50 million euros, although they would prefer to keep the player beyond the coming summer.
Borussia Dortmund is interested in Said El Mala. 1. FC Köln is hoping for a record transfer fee of over 50 million euros, although they would prefer to keep the player beyond the coming summer.
According to Sport1, it is confirmed that Borussia Dortmund is interested in Said El Mala.
According to Sport1, it is confirmed that Borussia Dortmund is interested in Said El Mala.
According to Bild, Said El Mala chose to be with Cologne over a potential 2024 transfer to Borussia Dortmund.
According to Bild, Said El Mala chose to be with Cologne over a potential 2024 transfer to Borussia Dortmund.
Dortmund will be watching Said El Mala closely in an upcoming match, with a view to a possible summer transfer.
Dortmund will be watching Said El Mala closely in an upcoming match, with a view to a possible summer transfer.
Borussia Dortmund was previously considered a contender for Said El Mala from 1. FC Köln. Bild states that a transfer in the winter window is almost excluded. El Mala's contract with 1. FC Köln runs until 2030 and contains no release clause.
Borussia Dortmund was previously considered a contender for Said El Mala from 1. FC Köln. Bild states that a transfer in the winter window is almost excluded. El Mala's contract with 1. FC Köln runs until 2030 and contains no release clause.
Following an outstanding start to the season, El Mala was linked with a move to Borussia Dortmund, and a transfer fee of 35 million euros is already being discussed for the coming summer.
Following an outstanding start to the season, El Mala was linked with a move to Borussia Dortmund, and a transfer fee of 35 million euros is already being discussed for the coming summer.
Said El Mala's agent commented on rumors that he is in talks with Borussia Dortmund, telling the 'Kölner Stadt-Anzeiger' that the current reports that the agent's side is meeting with Dortmund, Bayern or clubs from England are not correct.
Said El Mala's agent commented on rumors that he is in talks with Borussia Dortmund, telling the 'Kölner Stadt-Anzeiger' that the current reports that the agent's side is meeting with Dortmund, Bayern or clubs from England are not correct.
According to 'Sky', Borussia Dortmund, FC Bayern, and other international clubs are showing interest in 19-year-old German winger Said El Mala. BVB had previously inquired about the player before his transfer from Viktoria Köln to 1. FC Köln for 300,000 euros last year, and FC Bayern has reportedly informed both the player's side and the club of its intentions. 1. FC Köln and sports director Thomas Kessler are aware of the interest from top German clubs, but their stance is firm. According to information from the 'Express', the club has decided not to sell El Mala under any circumstances this winter, with the regional newspaper suggesting that even a 40 million euro offer would be rejected. The club previously turned down an offer of up to 15 million euros from Premier League side Brighton & Hove Albion last summer. For a potential transfer next summer, 'Sky' reports it would take at least 35 million euros to persuade Köln to sell. The player's contract with the club runs until June 30, 2030, and his current market value is estimated by Transfermarkt to be €3 million.
According to 'Sky', Borussia Dortmund, FC Bayern, and other international clubs are showing interest in 19-year-old German winger Said El Mala. BVB had previously inquired about the player before his transfer from Viktoria Köln to 1. FC Köln for 300,000 euros last year, and FC Bayern has reportedly informed both the player's side and the club of its intentions. 1. FC Köln and sports director Thomas Kessler are aware of the interest from top German clubs, but their stance is firm. According to information from the 'Express', the club has decided not to sell El Mala under any circumstances this winter, with the regional newspaper suggesting that even a 40 million euro offer would be rejected. The club previously turned down an offer of up to 15 million euros from Premier League side Brighton & Hove Albion last summer. For a potential transfer next summer, 'Sky' reports it would take at least 35 million euros to persuade Köln to sell. The player's contract with the club runs until June 30, 2030, and his current market value is estimated by Transfermarkt to be €3 million.
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