Wolfsburg ‘reluctant to sell’ Vinícius Souza as Köln seek midfield fix | OneFootball

Köln’s push to add a holding midfielder continues after a proposed return for Ellyes Skhiri fell through.

Kicker reports that Wolfsburg are reluctant to let 27-year-old Vinícius Souza, seen as a key figure next season, leave permanently.

Sporting director Thomas Kessler said they are looking for a solution in that position and urged patience while the search continues.

Souza, a Brazilian, joined Wolfsburg for €15 million last summer, which could complicate any deal for Köln.

With Skhiri off the table for now, Köln will keep assessing options at the base of midfield, and any move for Souza would hinge on finances and Wolfsburg’s stance.

Source: BuLi News