Said El Mala ends all transfer speculation by committing to 1.FC Köln

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·20 August 2026

After months of swirling rumours and speculation over his future, Said El Mala is staying put at 1.FC Köln.

In a stunning twist of fate, the 19-year-old sensation has even extended his contract with the Cathedral City club until June 2031.

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In a video released by Köln, the winger announces he's staying and adds that he is swapping his jersey from 13 to number 10.

This comes as a great relief to supporters after Borussia Dortmund made three failed attempts to sign El Mala this summer.

The decision will greatly boost Rene Wagner's team ahead of the new season after he chipped in with 13 Bundesliga goals last campaign.