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Köln targets Stoke defender Bocat amid transfer interest from Monaco and Burnley

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 24, 2026, 11:29 AM

Last updated Aug 24, 2026

Köln targets Stoke defender Bocat amid transfer interest from Monaco and Burnley

Summary

1. FC Köln is actively seeking to strengthen their squad as the transfer window nears its end. The German club has identified Stoke City's Eric-Junior Bocat as a target, particularly to bolster their left-back position. Currently, Gideon Mensah is the only natural left-back available in the squad. Bocat, who has made 69 appearances for Stoke since joining from Saint-Truiden in 2024, has also caught the attention of AS Monaco and Burnley. As the transfer deadline approaches, Köln is keen to finalize their plans.

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By the Numbers

•Köln aims to improve its squad before the transfer deadline.
•Gideon Mensah is currently Köln's sole natural left-back.
•Stoke City's Eric-Junior Bocat has emerged as a target.
•Bocat has made 69 appearances and scored once for Stoke.
•Monaco and Burnley are also interested in signing Bocat.

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11:29 AMYahoo Sports — Köln join Monaco and Burnley in race for Stoke defender

What they're saying

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With just over a week to go before the transfer window closes, 1. FC Köln are still looking to strengthen in several positions.One area they are keen to reinforce is left-back, with new signing Gideo...
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