Dortmund's €42m bid for Köln's El Mala rejected
Key Questions
What was the outcome of Borussia Dortmund's bid for Said El Mala?
Borussia Dortmund's €42m offer for Köln's Said El Mala was rejected. Köln is holding firm on their position following the collapse of a prior deal with Brentford.
Is Said El Mala interested in joining Borussia Dortmund?
Yes, El Mala has signaled willingness to move to Dortmund. He reportedly snubbed a Premier League transfer to pursue the Bundesliga opportunity.
What is the current status of Said El Mala's transfer?
The situation remains a developing transfer saga with potential for prolongation. Köln continues to resist Dortmund's advances despite the player's interest.
Borussia Dortmund's €42m offer for Köln's El Mala was rejected; Köln holding firm after Brentford's deal collapsed. New: El Mala is leaning towards Dortmund and willing to move, but the €50M+ fee gap remains a major hurdle. A protracted transfer saga is expected.
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Updated Jul 28, 2026