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Brighton suffer transfer blow as Chelsea and Newcastle ‘make strong bids’ for £43m target

Brighton could be left empty-handed in their lengthy pursuit of German wonderkid.

11.03.26, 13:23 Updated 22.05.26, 14:49 2 Minute Read

Charlie Parker-Turner

Charlie Parker-Turner

Brighton target Said El Mala has reportedly been the subject of interest from two of the Premier League’s biggest clubs, Chelsea and Newcastle.

The young German winger has been one of the Seagulls’ top targets since last summer, with Fabian Hurzeler’s side eager to bolster their attacking options and help him live up to his huge potential that many have spoken about.

The Albion reportedly saw a significant £25million, plus add-ons, bid rejected by FC Koln for El Mala late in the January transfer window, with the Bundesliga side feeling the offer was too low and expressing that the youngster is an important part in their fight for survival.

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