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Köln targets January signings with Leeds striker Nmecha among options

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 18, 2026, 12:15 PM

Last updated Oct 18, 2026

Köln targets January signings with Leeds striker Nmecha among options
Summary

1. FC Köln is planning to sign at least two players in the January transfer window, focusing on reinforcements for attack and defense. Key target Lukas Nmecha of Leeds United has Bundesliga experience and could help address Köln's forward issues following injuries to Ragnar Ache and Thijs Dallinga. Köln's defense has also been under scrutiny after conceding 11 goals in six league matches. The club has ruled out signing free agents and is exploring the market to strengthen their squad for the second half of the season.

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  • •Köln plans to sign at least two players in January.
  • •Lukas Nmecha is a primary attacking target.
  • •Cologne has ruled out short-term free agent signings.
  • •Köln conceded 11 goals in their first six league matches.
  • •Ragnar Ache and Thijs Dallinga are both unavailable due to injuries.
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  • 12:15 PMYahoo Sports — Köln plot January reinforcements with Leeds striker among targets
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1. FC Köln are reportedly planning to sign at least two players in the January transfer window, with Leeds United striker Lukas Nmecha among their potential targets as they look to address several in...

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