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Nottingham Forest pursue Cologne forward Said El Mala this summer

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 6, 2026, 3:20 PM

Last updated Jun 6, 2026

Nottingham Forest pursue Cologne forward Said El Mala this summer

Summary

Nottingham Forest and Newcastle United are interested in signing 19-year-old Cologne forward Said El Mala. Both clubs have reportedly made contact regarding a potential transfer. El Mala has drawn attention for his performance in youth international football and has been involved in senior squad discussions at Cologne. Complicating the situation is his family's desire for his brother Malek El Mala to be included in any deal. While Cologne has offered Said El Mala a new contract, he is open to playing at a higher level. Forest is exploring options to make the deal happen amid competition from other clubs.

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Key Details

•Nottingham Forest and Newcastle United track Said El Mala.
•El Mala is a highly-rated young forward from Cologne.
•His family seeks consideration for his brother Malek in negotiations.
•Forest must navigate competition from Serie A and Bundesliga clubs.
•Cologne has offered El Mala a new contract amid transfer interest.

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3:20 PMYahoo Sports — Report: Forest are in the race to sign Bundesliga forward

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