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Newcastle United opens transfer talks for FC Koln winger El Mala

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 9, 2026, 12:00 PM

Last updated Jun 9, 2026

Newcastle United opens transfer talks for FC Koln winger El Mala

Summary

Newcastle United has initiated discussions to potentially sign FC Koln winger Said El Mala as they seek a replacement for Anthony Gordon, who recently transferred to Barcelona for £70 million. With only Harvey Barnes currently able to fill the role, Newcastle is exploring options to enhance their squad. The 19-year-old El Mala has attracted attention following a strong season in the Bundesliga, drawing interest from several clubs including Nottingham Forest and Serie A teams. Despite a collapsed deal with Brentford, Newcastle remains engaged in talks, considering family dynamics in negotiations. No formal offer has been reported yet.

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By the Numbers

•Newcastle seeks to replace Anthony Gordon after his transfer to Barcelona.
•Said El Mala is 19 years old and had a strong season in Germany.
•Nottingham Forest and other clubs are also interested in El Mala.
•Brentford's previous deal for El Mala collapsed over family demands.
•No formal offer from Newcastle has been disclosed yet.

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12:00 PMYahoo Sports — Newcastle In Talks for FC Koln Winger: Report

What they're saying

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Newcastle United have opened talks over a potential move for FC Koln winger Said El Mala as they keep actively searching for an Anthony Gordon replacement. Gordon’s £70million move to Barcelona left Newcastle needing depth at the position, with Harvey Barnes the only natural alternative currently in the Magpies roster. According to TEAMtalk, reporting on […]
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