Köln Demands €50M for El Mala as Dortmund Pursues Third Bid
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Köln Demands €50M for El Mala as Dortmund Pursues Third Bid

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1. FC Köln is holding firm on a hefty price tag for player Said El Mala, demanding at least €50 million plus bonuses, according to Sky Germany. Borussia Dortmund is reportedly preparing a third attempt to secure the transfer despite previous failures.

Sky Germany understands that 1.FC Koln is still demanding a base fee of at least €50million plus further bonuses for Said El Mala. This valuation has so far deterred Borussia Dortmund, who have already seen two bids rejected.

Despite Köln's valuation and two previously failed attempts, Borussia Dortmund are planning a third approach for the player. The report does not specify when this third attempt might be made or detail any changes to Dortmund’s potential offer. However, it confirms that Dortmund remains interested in acquiring El Mala despite the significant financial demands from Köln.

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