Said El Mala remains a hot topic at FC Bayern – but the record champions are apparently facing serious competition from the Premier League in the transfer poker for the 19-year-old attacking talent
As reported by BILD, Brighton & Hove Albion in particular are exerting pressure in the background. According to the report, an initial written offer of 30 million euros has already been made, but has been rejected. An improved offer is to follow. According to BILD, the English club are pushing for a quick decision – and are said to have shown the player a clear sporting perspective
For Bayern, this is a development that should be closely monitored. El Mala is regarded as one of the most exciting attacking talents in the Bundesliga. With seven goals this season, he has already shown his potential, even if his role has fluctuated recently. In the 1:3 in Stuttgart, the 19-year-old was once again only used as a substitute and only got 22 minutes of playing time. In total, he has made nine appearances this season, compared to 13 substitute appearances
Unrest at Kön over El Mala’s playing time
The sporting situation is causing increasing discussion around the player. While other players continue to be trusted despite fluctuations in form, El Mala often has to make do with the wild card role. There is growing discontent in fan circles, and the debate about his role is also clearly noticeable on social networks
This could become a factor for FC Bayern. The less clear the prospects at the current club appear, the more attractive alternatives become. Brighton are said to have presented the youngster with a clear development plan – including the prospect of regular playing time in the Premier League
No exit clause for top talent
El Mala has a long-term contract without an exit clause, which puts his current club in a strong negotiating position. Nevertheless, it seems to be primarily a question of the transfer fee in the end. According to BILD, sums in excess of the 50 million euro mark that have been rumoured in the meantime are now considered unrealistic
This raises the strategic question for Bayern: do they enter the poker game early and decisively – or do they risk a Premier League club winning the bid? Especially as Brighton obviously want to pick up the pace
One thing is clear: if FC Bayern are seriously interested in El Mala, a decision is likely to be made in the coming weeks, as the competition for the talented player is noticeably picking up speed.