Dortmund's €30 Million Bid for Maala Rejected by Cologne as 'Ridiculous'; Relations Sour
Borussia Dortmund has submitted an offer slightly exceeding €30 million (including achievable bonuses) for Cologne attacking player Saïd El Mala, but Cologne has dismissed it as a 'ridiculous offer' and insists on a €50 million asking price. Dortmund's management, led by Lars Ricken and Ole Book, believes the offer reflects market value. However, Cologne is dissatisfied with the offer structure and unrealistic bonus clauses, such as El Mala winning Bundesliga Player of the Season or a Ballon d'Or nomination. Relations between the two clubs have deteriorated, with Cologne officials no longer willing to negotiate with Dortmund. The player and his family prefer a transfer within the Bundesliga, having rejected clubs like Roma. RB Leipzig is also monitoring the situation but cannot meet Cologne's price. The transfer saga is expected to continue through the summer.
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