Transfer NewsBayern Among the Clubs in Race for Said El Mala
FC Bayern Munich have added 19-year-old breakout talent Said El Mala of 1. FC Köln to their scouting radar, as the forward draws interest from across Europe and a major summer move appears in the making.
El Mala’s rise catches Bayern’s eye
Said El Mala, the German youth international currently at 1. FC Köln, is emerging as one of the Bundesliga’s most exciting young attackers. His creativity, pace and goal contributions have drawn attention from several leading clubs — including Bayern Munich.
“Bayern, Borussia Dortmund, PSG and Inter have all shown concrete interest in Köln breakout star Said El Mala.” — SportingPedia
Strong competition for a top talent
According to reports, Paris Saint-Germain and Inter Milan have both joined the race alongside Bayern. While Bayern’s interest is longstanding, the arrival of heavyweight overseas clubs increases the value and complexity of any future move.
- 19 years old
- Under contract at 1. FC Köln until 2030
- Estimated transfer value: €30–40 million for next summer
Köln determined to hold on — for now
Despite the rising interest, 1. FC Köln appear intent on retaining El Mala for at least another season. The club view him as central to their project and believe continued development at Köln suits all parties.
“Let’s not kid ourselves: If he continues to score like this … we will have to sell him for an incredibly high price. That will happen one day.” — Lukas Kwasniok, 1. FC Köln coach
What this means for Bayern
For Bayern Munich, El Mala represents a potential long-term investment in their attacking line — a player with German youth experience, high upside and a profile that fits Bayern’s blend of rewarding young talent and sustaining elite performance. However, Bayern will face stiff competition and must be prepared to act decisively if they wish to secure him. Following his breakthrough, any move will likely require significant investment and careful timing.
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