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Brighton Still Eyeing El Mala

Brighton & Hove Albion have told El Mala’s mother that they still want the 1. FC Köln youngster, but will not meet the €50 million asking price. Chelsea is also reportedly in the running.

Brighton & Hove Albion have confirmed they remain interested in 1. FC Köln’s 19‑year‑old forward El Mala, yet the club will not meet the German side’s €50 million price tag. The Seagulls are now hoping the fee will drop over the summer while Chelsea is said to be willing to outbid them and loan the player back to Köln. Other clubs such as Brentford and Fulham have been mentioned, but their willingness to meet Köln’s demands is unclear. freshyourfeel.org