No serious offer yet for El Mala amid England links

1. FC Köln sporting director Thomas Kessler has confirmed that no serious offer has been made for 19-year-old Said El Mala despite reported interest from English clubs. "As of now, we have not received an offer from another club that we would need to consider seriously," Kessler told the Kölner Stadt-Anzeiger.

While El Mala's family has reportedly given the green light for a potential move to Brighton & Hove Albion, the Seagulls' offer of €35 million plus add-ons falls short of Köln's valuation. Kessler also denied reports that Köln have set a €50 million asking price, stating the club "has not defined a pain threshold." The player's focus remains on avoiding relegation with Köln, where he is contracted until 2030.