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Dortmund leave Bundesliga rivals angry with lowball €42m offer

Borussia Dortmund have stepped up their pursuit of Said El Mala, but their opening offer has been rejected by Koln as falling well below the club's valuation. With Brentford previously willing to pay €50 million, the transfer battle is far from over.

Dream signing looks set to pull out: Will a top Premier League club now go all in on El Mala?

Could Said El Mala finally realise his Premier League dream this summer? A top English club has reportedly set its sights on the 1. FC Köln forward.

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Cologne fans are baffled: two reasons why El Mala's move fell through?

At 1. FC Köln, officials are still trying to figure out why the El Mala family pulled out of Said's record-breaking move to Brentford FC.

Unexpected twist: has El Mala pulled off a spectacular U-turn?

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

El Mala is reportedly causing "bewilderment"

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.

Is Bayern set to lose a top talent to the Premier League?

FC Bayern Munich are reportedly interested in a defensive gem from Cologne. The club sees a loan player as capable of filling a squad role, though a departure remains a possibility. Latest news and rumours about the Bavarians.

Is the record transfer deal off? Major confusion surrounds Said El Mala

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.

Brentford beat PL rivals to €50m El Mala

Brentford have reportedly reached a breakthrough in their pursuit of Koln starlet Said El Mala, securing a deal that will see the teenager move to London in a record-breaking transfer. The Bees have moved aggressively to beat several Premier League rivals to the signature of the Bundesliga sensation.

Is FC starting to lose its edge? A Premier League club has tabled an offer for El Mala

There has been a new development in the race to sign Said El Mala. FC Brentford of the English Premier League has made an offer to 1. FC Köln that is significantly closer to the €50 million asking price than previous bids from rival clubs.

FC Bayern München v FC Augsburg - Bundesliga

Only brief appearances on loan: Midfield prospect set to return to Bayern

1. FC Köln will not activate the purchase option, clearing the way for the 19-year-old's return to FCB.

World champion Podolski hangs up his boots

Another 2014 World Cup winner is hanging up his boots: Lukas Podolski will bring down the curtain on his professional career this summer.

Borussia Dortmund v VfB Stuttgart - Bundesliga

Talks are reportedly underway: will Özcan stay in the Bundesliga?

1. FC Köln have lost Eric Martel to 1. FSV Mainz 05 on a free transfer. Salih Özcan, who is also leaving BVB on a free transfer, is reportedly being considered as his replacement.

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Here you'll find all the information you need to watch Bundesliga matches on TV or via live stream.

FC Bayern München v 1. FC Köln - Bundesliga

Bundesliga 'poster boy' Olise wins Player of the Season prize

Michael Olise has been officially crowned the Bundesliga Player of the Season after a sensational campaign with Bayern Munich. The French international has been a revelation in Germany, solidifying his status as one of Europe's most dangerous attacking threats.

Kane nets three as five-star Bayern finish season in style

Harry Kane signed off his incredible Bundesliga campaign with a clinical hat-trick as Bayern Munich dismantled Koln 5-1 at the Allianz Arena. The victory provided the perfect backdrop for the club’s title celebrations and serves as a major warning shot ahead of next week’s DFB-Pokal final.

Is a sensational comeback really on the cards? Manuel Neuer offers a telling glimpse into his thinking

Manuel Neuer came off the pitch early during Bayern Munich's match against 1. FC Köln. Nevertheless, Bayern have no cause for alarm, according to the goalkeeper. His remarks about the national team speak volumes.

Bayern Munich vs Koln Predictions: Perfect send-off for the home fans

Our soccer expert offers his Bayern Munich vs Koln predictions, ahead of Saturday’s Bundesliga clash, at 9:30am ET (5/16).

Cologne is banking on a specific El-Mala ruling to drive up the transfer fee

1. FC Köln are reportedly hoping that Germany manager Julian Nagelsmann will include the young attacker in his World Cup squad, believing that the additional exposure could drive up the transfer fee for the 19-year-old.

VfL Wolfsburg v FC Bayern München - Bundesliga

FC Bayern: Could Urbig be owed millions in back pay?

FC Bayern must reportedly pay several million euros in additional compensation for Jonas Urbig, and as his career milestones keep coming, so do the financial obligations.

Brighton: A Bundesliga alternative to El-Mala?

Brighton & Hove Albion have reportedly identified an alternative to 1. FC Köln's Said El Mala, a player who also plies his trade in the Bundesliga.

Eintracht Frankfurt v 1. FC Heidenheim 1846 - Bundesliga

A sensation after 20 years? Club legend Schmidt hints at a surprise

Schmidt, a devout Christian, is no radical fanatic yet he firmly believes in miracles. After 20 years at 1. FC Heidenheim, he is open to fresh challenges.

FC Koeln vs FC Heidenheim: Stream, TV channels & where to watch

How to watch the Bundesliga match between FC Koeln and FC Heidenheim, as well as kick-off time and team news

VfL Wolfsburg v Borussia Dortmund - Bundesliga

A Bundesliga club was reportedly weighing a move for Süle

Niklas Süle might well have remained in the Bundesliga had he not retired.

Union Berlin vs FC Koeln: Stream, TV channels & where to watch

How to watch the Bundesliga match between Union Berlin and FC Koeln, as well as kick-off time and team news

Bayern biding their time? A surprise twist in the El Mala saga

The former front-runner in the race to sign Cologne’s rising star has reportedly dropped out of the transfer chase, leaving Bayern Munich in pole position.

FC Koeln vs Bayer Leverkusen: Stream, TV channels & where to watch

How to watch the Bundesliga match between FC Koeln and Bayer Leverkusen, as well as kick-off time and team news

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