FC Köln Intensifies Efforts to Transfer Said El Mala to Premier League

Promising Season for El Mala

FC Köln is actively pursuing the sale of Said El Mala to a team in the Premier League this summer as part of their strategy to generate additional revenue. The young forward has had an impressive season in the Bundesliga, netting 10 goals in 13 league appearances for Köln.

Interest from England

The 19-year-old’s standout performances have attracted the attention of clubs in England, prompting Köln to consider selling him. While they have yet to establish a specific transfer fee, they anticipate receiving offers exceeding €40 million (£34.8 million).

Club Interest

Reports from Sky Germany indicate that Brighton is showing strong interest in El Mala but is reluctant to meet the anticipated price. Discussions are also ongoing with other teams in the Premier League, including Manchester United, Newcastle United, and Brentford, who are rumored to be in the mix.

El Mala Reflects on His Rise in the Bundesliga

El Mala shared insights into his rapid rise in the Bundesliga, describing himself as a ‘street footballer’ who enjoys improvising on the field.

“What can I say about my style of play? It’s pretty well-known that I play like a street footballer. I take the ball and begin to dribble,” he explained.

“It’s exhilarating not knowing what I’ll do next until I get the ball. I just play instinctively. This approach usually works well because defenders can’t predict my next move.”

“I’m also working on becoming a more diverse player and keeping some tricks up my sleeve. I feel like I’m progressing in the right direction with what I’m doing.”