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Cologne targets Thijs Dallinga for transfer from Bologna

2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 11, 2026, 10:39 AM

Last updated Aug 11, 2026

Cologne targets Thijs Dallinga for transfer from Bologna
Summary

Cologne is reportedly leading the pursuit to sign Thijs Dallinga from Bologna. The 26-year-old Dutch striker has struggled in Serie A, scoring five goals in 54 appearances since his move from Toulouse in 2024 for €16 million. Cologne aims to ease the scoring burden on Said El Mala, who was their top scorer last season with 13 Bundesliga goals. While Dallinga's record in Ligue 1 was impressive, it remains unclear if Cologne has made an official offer to Bologna.

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By the Numbers
  • •Cologne is favored to sign Thijs Dallinga from Bologna.
  • •Dallinga has scored five goals in Serie A since his transfer.
  • •Said El Mala led Cologne with 13 Bundesliga goals last season.
  • •Cologne's interest follows Dallinga's strong Ligue 1 performance.
  • •It is unclear if an official approach has been made to Bologna.
Latest Updates
  • 10:39 AMYahoo Sports — Köln and Werder Bremen lock horns in race for Bologna marksman
  • 7:35 AMYahoo Sports — Cologne lead race to sign Thijs Dallinga
What they're saying
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Yesterday, Monday, Gianluca Di Marzio reported that Thijs Dallinga of FC Bologna could be the next striker in line to move to the Bundesliga.New developments in the negotiations for the 26-year-old ha...

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Cologne have emerged as favourites to sign Thijs Dallinga (26) from Italian outfit Bologna, according to Gianluca Di Marzio.The Billy Goats have moved ahead of fellow Bundesliga side Werder Bremen in ...

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