El Mala valuation ‘to rise’ as Dortmund risk missing out | OneFootball

Borussia Dortmund risk missing out on Said El Mala this summer as time works in 1. FC Köln’s favour.

Bild reports that 1. FC Köln’s hierarchy have internally agreed the valuation increases as the window progresses. It could reach a stage where even about €50 million might not be enough.

A late sale would leave little time to source a replacement, so Köln may demand more. Dortmund might also face a premium, with rivals aware they have money to spend.

Köln squad planner Tim Steidten underlined that timing matters, noting funds arriving two days before the deadline are of little use, and stressed the club are relaxed. He added El Mala feels comfortable at Köln and there is no reason to discuss anything else for now.

Sport Bild previously stated El Mala was close to joining Dortmund in 2024, with a medical scheduled. Back then BVB offered €150,000, Köln offered €200,000 more, and two years on they face paying several times that figure.

Source: BuLi News