Köln Say No Serious Bids Yet for 19-Year-Old Said El Mala

Overview

• Sporting chief Thomas Kessler says the club has not received an offer it must consider and the player has not asked to enter talks.
• Kessler denies setting a fixed €50 million price and says there is no deadline for a decision on the forward’s future.
• Local reports say Brighton proposed about €35 million plus add-ons with family approval, which Köln do not view as sufficient.
• Chelsea are reported as leading Premier League interest, and the player’s camp has reportedly turned down an approach from Newcastle.
• The 19-year-old has 10 Bundesliga goals this season, according to reports, and he is focused on Köln’s push to avoid relegation with his family’s backing.