Tottenham shows interest in Köln's Said El Mala amid transfer rumors
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 17, 2026, 7:36 AM
Last updated Jun 17, 2026
Tottenham Hotspur is reportedly considering a transfer for Köln's 19-year-old attacker Said El Mala. After declining an offer from Brentford FC, El Mala is attracting interest from the London club, with head coach Roberto De Zerbi impressed by his performance during the 2025/26 Bundesliga season. Köln is demanding a fee of around 50 million euros for El Mala, who scored 13 goals and provided five assists in 36 appearances last season. Brentford was willing to meet the asking price, but the player opted out of the move. El Mala has not been given a deadline to decide on his future.
- •Said El Mala previously rejected a move to Brentford FC.
- •Tottenham's interest follows El Mala's breakout Bundesliga season.
- •Köln demands around 50 million euros for the transfer.
- •El Mala scored 13 goals and 5 assists last season.
- •No deadline has been set for El Mala's decision on his future.
- 7:36 AMYahoo Sports — Tottenham linked with move for Köln's Said El Mala
"After turning down a move to Brentford FC, Said El Mala could make a switch to another Premier League club, with fresh interest now emerging from London.According to Sport Bild, a lot suggests that To...
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