Not joining Dortmund – Said El Mala has apparently made his decision | OneFootball

Borussia Dortmund is apparently giving serious thought to bringing Jadon Sancho back. In this context, it has also leaked that the BVB officials want to see their team with genuine wingers in the future. Coach Niko Kovac is reportedly open to this but desires the appropriate personnel. Alongside Sancho, Said El Mala from 1. FC Köln, who seems to have made a different decision regarding his future, would fit as a classic left winger.

El Mala, who is reportedly also being considered by FC Bayern Munich, seems to be drawn abroad early in his career. According to BILD, the 19-year-old has decided to move to Brighton & Hove Albion. The Premier League club, coached by Fabian Hürzeler, had already made efforts to sign El Mala last summer and again in winter, but was rebuffed by 1. FC Köln each time.

However, Brighton is now reportedly ready to improve their offer regarding the transfer fee. A fixed amount of 35 million euros, which could increase through bonuses and a resale participation, is said to be on the table.

Brighton also wants Malek El Mala

An important factor in El Mala's decision for Brighton is said to be that the English club also wants to sign his brother Malek El Mala, who has only played for Köln's U21 team so far, as both are considered inseparable. Other clubs like FC Chelsea and Newcastle United are said to have only shown interest in Said.

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In Brighton, El Mala is offered a five-year contract with total earnings of around 20 million euros. While the player's side appears willing to expedite the transfer, 1. FC Köln, with a contract running without a release clause until 2030, may not see the urgency—though they are also keen to focus on the essentials amid a relegation battle.

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