Said El Mala Transfer Drama: Lothar Matthäus Worried
Lothar Matthäus, the former national player, is worried about Said El Mala, the young player from FC Koln. The transfer drama surrounding El Mala continues, and Matthäus hopes that the failed BVB transfer will not bother El Mala too much.
What happened?
The transfer drama surrounding Said El Mala continues. Last week, a transfer to BVB failed because Dortmund did not want to pay a fixed transfer fee of 50 million euros. Now, Leipzig is hot on the young star and plans to offer a transfer package of around 60 million euros.
Why is this important for FC Koln?
The transfer of Said El Mala is important for FC Koln, as he is an important player for the team. Matthäus hopes that the failed BVB transfer will not bother El Mala too much and that he will play a good season again.
What comes next?
FC Koln must decide whether El Mala stays or goes. The planned Leipzig package for El Mala will look like this: 50 million euros fixed, plus five million euros in easily achievable bonuses and five million euros for exceptional performances.
Last result: Bayern München 5-1 1. FC Köln (2026-05-16)
FC Koln suffered a heavy defeat against Bayern Munich last week. The team has come into a losing streak of four games and must now focus on the future of Said El Mala.
Recent form (last 4): 0W-0D-4L (LLLL, most recent first)
FC Koln has not won any of its last four games and must now focus on the future of Said El Mala.
What does Lothar Matthäus say?
Lothar Matthäus says that he is worried about Said El Mala. He hopes that the failed BVB transfer will not bother El Mala too much and that he will play a good season again.
What does RB Leipzig say?
RB Leipzig plans to offer a transfer package of around 60 million euros to sign Said El Mala. The planned Leipzig package will look like this: 50 million euros fixed, plus five million euros in easily achievable bonuses and five million euros for exceptional performances.
