Florian Plettenberg rages over El Mala negotiations
Florian Plettenberg, transfer expert and moderator of the Sport1 cult show „Doppelpass“, expressed himself in his last show about the El-Mala negotiations. He criticizes 1. FC Köln for the attempted transfer of young player Said El Mala.
What happened?
Plettenberg compares the Bundesliga with the Premier League and criticizes 1. FC Köln for the attempted El-Mala transfer. He claims that the Kölner were ready to sell Said El Mala for 50 million euros to Brentford because they would have done it themselves.
Why is this important for 1. FC Köln?
Plettenberg's criticism of the Kölner responsible is an important point, as 1. FC Köln is fighting in the Bundesliga and every decision that could harm the club must be critically examined.
What comes next?
1. FC Köln will face Würzburger Kickers in the first round of the DFB-Pokal on Monday evening. It remains to be seen how the club will prepare for the game after Plettenberg's criticism.
Current form: 0W-0D-4L (LLLL)
1. FC Köln has not won any of its last four games and must worry about the next results.
Last result: Bayern München 5-1 1. FC Köln (2026-05-16)
1. FC Köln lost 1:5 to Bayern München in the last season and must worry about the next results.
Currently sidelined: Luca Waldschmidt, Sebastian Sebulonsen
1. FC Köln must take care of the health of its players, as Luca Waldschmidt and Sebastian Sebulonsen are currently sidelined.
