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Kessler confirms Köln rejected Brentford's €50million bid for El Mala

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Last updated Jun 6, 2026

Kessler confirms Köln rejected Brentford's €50million bid for El Mala

Summary

FC Köln managing director Thomas Kessler confirmed the club rejected a €50million offer from Brentford for Said El Mala. Kessler stated the financial terms were close to what Köln would consider but ultimately, El Mala decided against the move. Reports suggest Borussia Dortmund may re-enter negotiations for El Mala, who has a good relationship with their defender Nico Schlotterbeck. Dortmund is expected to offer a competitive salary and signing bonus in their approach. Köln is looking for a total package that could approach €80million.

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By the Numbers

•Köln declined a €50million offer from Brentford for Said El Mala.
•El Mala opted not to move to Brentford after consideration.
•Borussia Dortmund may pursue El Mala again, leveraging player relations.
•A possible deal could reach €80million including fees and salary.

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6:26 AMYahoo Sports — Kessler confirms snub of Brentford bid, El Mala back on Dortmund's radar

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FC Köln's managing director for sport, Thomas Kessler, has confirmed that the club did in fact reject Brentford's €50million offer for Said El Mala.“It is true that we received an offer for Said,...
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