Borussia Dortmund, Cologne and Said El Mala
Friday
Borussia Dortmund have ended their pursuit of Cologne winger Said El Mala after their latest offer was rejected. Sporting managing director Lars Ricken confirmed Dortmund will not submit another proposal and that the 19-year-old will not join the club this summer.
Cologne have held firm around a reported €50m valuation for the Germany youth international, who remains under contract until 2030 without a release clause. Dortmund’s withdrawal formally closes weeks of negotiations and forces the club to consider alternative attacking targets.