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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.

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.

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

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