Köln and Werder Bremen lock horns in race for Bologna marksman

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·11 August 2026

Yesterday, Monday, Gianluca Di Marzio reported that Thijs Dallinga of FC Bologna could be the next striker in line to move to the Bundesliga.

New developments in the negotiations for the 26-year-old have been revealed, linking him with a move to SV Werder Bremen.

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However, according to an Italian transfer insider, 1.FC Köln currently has the best chance of securing the player's signature.

The Cathedral City club is reportedly trying to outmuscle their league rivals who are also keen to finalize the deal as quickly as possible.

Dallinga moved from FC Toulouse to Bologna in 2024 for almost €16million, but failed to establish himself in Serie A.

In Köln, he would likely be seen as backup for top scorer Ragnar Ache who is expected to lead the line for Effzeh in the 2026-27 season.