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"“Of course, we will make him an offer" – Köln not giving up on El Mala yet
TL;DR
1.FC Köln is still pursuing Said El Mala despite rumors of his exit, with club president Jörn Stobbe confirming they will make him an offer. Köln is not reliant on selling him this summer.
"“Of course, we will make him an offer" – Köln not giving up on El Mala yet
Despite talks of an imminent exit from 1.FC Köln, club president Jörn Stobbe announced that further talks will be held with Said El Mala.
“Of course, we will make him an offer with our support network – not just financial, but also in other areas,” he told podcast L'Immo.
Alongside Stobbe's comments, Geissblog reports that Köln are not dependent on selling their star player this summer.
El Mala still has a contract with Effzeh until 2030 and said contract does not contain a release clause, which is why Stobbe maintains:
“He has a long-term contract. We'd be crazy to let such a great player leave prematurely,” the club chief acknowledged.
The door still seems to be slightly ajar for the Bundesliga club, though Brighton & Hove Albion and Chelsea are both pursuing a transfer.
FC Köln are demanding around €50 million for the left winger, who has eleven goals and four assists this season.
Q&A
What did Köln's president say about Said El Mala's future?
Köln's president Jörn Stobbe stated they will make an offer to Said El Mala and emphasized their support beyond just financial aspects.
Is 1.FC Köln planning to sell Said El Mala this summer?
No, Köln is not dependent on selling Said El Mala this summer, according to recent reports.
What support will Köln provide to Said El Mala if he stays?
Köln plans to offer support to El Mala in various areas, not just financially, as part of their effort to retain him.