Brighton look to beat Chelsea to early summer transfer deal as two targets eyedBrighton are keen to bring Cologne winger Said El Mala to the Amex Stadium this summerView 2 Images Brighton are hopeful of agreeing a deal for Cologne winger Said El MalaBrighton are working to secure a potential pre-agreement to sign Cologne winger Said El Mala this summer. Albion have a long-standing interest in the 19-year-old German international and are striving to beat the rush for the player's signature. ‌It's understood Brighton saw a discreet and undisclosed approach knocked back by their Bundesliga counterparts for the attacker during the January transfer window. Brighton are expected to engage in further dialogue over a transfer during the international break, as they look to bring El Mala to the Amex Stadium ahead of the 2026-27 campaign. El Mala recently parted company with agency Footfeel and his parents are now handling his professional matters.

Source: Express March 24, 2026 19:42 UTC