Manchester United battle for €60m wonderkid Said El Mala

Last Updated : 17-Dec-2025 by Footymad

A transfer tug-of-war is intensifying between Manchester United and Tottenham for FC Koln breakout star Said El Mala.

The 19-year-old winger has become one of the most sought-after young talents in the Bundesliga this season, attracting concrete interest from the Premier League's elite.

While Koln sporting director Thomas Kessler insisted there is no fixed asking price, reports suggest the German club is holding out for a fee close to €60 million.

Both United and Tottenham have reportedly made direct inquiries through intermediaries, with El Mala understood to be leaning towards a move to England over joining domestic giants Bayern Munich.