A mystery club has been named after a €50m verbal offer was made for Liverpool target.
Liverpool have been linked with two of the biggest talents in German football right now. One of those is Yan Diomande, of course, who is now a target for half of Europe.
But the other is Said El Mala. Liverpool have been linked several times this season as the teenager has enjoyed a true breakout campaign.
13 goals and four assists from the 19-year-old is an extraordinary return, leading FC Koln in both categories. It's no wonder that clubs like Liverpool are in the market for El Mala - nor is it a wonder why his club have slapped a €50m asking price on him.
Sport Bild reports that El Mala has been telling teammates that he's aware of a verbal offer of that amount, too. It seems a club has contacted at least his side of things to express a willingness to pay it.
The report also claims they know the name of the club: Brentford. The Bees are looking for a new elite talent and appear ready to take a chance on El Mala.
Liverpool, then, have a major decision to make. If El Mala is the one they want, they better act fast - and stump up some serious cash.
FC Köln Performance and Stats
As of 20 May 2026, Said El Mala is celebrating a sensational breakout campaign in the Bundesliga. The 19-year-old versatile winger made 34 league appearances for 1. FC Köln this season, netting 13 goals and providing four assists. He concluded his domestic campaign in fine form, scoring a goal in an 81-minute shift against FC Bayern Munich on 16 May. Known for his explosive pace, dribbling, and direct attacking style, the teenager has quickly become one of Europe's most exciting young talents.
El Mala’s stellar performances have ignited intense transfer speculation ahead of the summer window. Whilst domestic heavyweights Bayern Munich and Borussia Dortmund are tracking him, Köln have reportedly slapped a €50 million price tag on their prized asset, which could rise significantly higher depending on his international exposure.
International Standing
Though yet to earn his senior international cap, El Mala has reportedly been personally informed by Julian Nagelsmann that he will be included in Germany's 26-man squad for the 2026 World Cup this June.
