England Links for El Mala, No Serious Offer Yet

The 19-year-old has been linked with Brighton, but Kessler stated that the club has not received any serious offers that would need consideration. Brighton's reported €35 million plus add-ons bid falls below Köln's valuation for the player under contract until 2030.

El Mala's family has reportedly given the green light for a move to England, but the player himself has expressed no desire to enter talks with other clubs at this time. Chelsea and Newcastle have also been mentioned as potential suitors, with reports suggesting the player's family rejected an approach from Newcastle. For now, avoiding relegation remains the top priority for both El Mala and Köln.