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There are growing signs that Said El Mala of 1. FC Köln is set to make a spectacular U-turn.

1. FC Köln is set to miss out on record revenues for the time being. As a result, the club's management is reportedly irritated by rising star Said El Mala.

Brentford have suffered a major transfer blow after a proposed €50 million deal for Koln winger Said El Mala collapsed at the final hurdle. Despite both clubs reaching an agreement over the historic valuation, the 19-year-old's mother, who acts as his primary advisor, ultimately pulled the plug on the move to London.

Said El Mala is expected to leave 1. FC Köln this summer after just one season. However, the record transfer that had reportedly been agreed has temporarily fallen through.