1. FC Köln

Official | FC Köln sign RB Leipzig defender Benno Schmitz

FC Köln have completed the signing of RB Leipzig defender Benno Schmitz. The 23-year-old has signed a four-year deal with the club after two seasons in Leipzig. “Benno is a very talented player who is calm on the ball, technically … Read more »

Official | SC Freiburg sign Dominique Heintz

SC Freiburg have completed the signing of FC Köln defender Dominique Heintz. The 24-year-old had a release clause of €3 million following FC’s relegation to the second tier, according to Kicker. Borussia Dortmund and Schalke were interested in signing the 24-year-old in … Read more »

Official | Hoffenheim sign Leonardo Bittencourt

TSG 1899 Hoffenheim have completed the signing of Leonardo Bittencourt from FC Köln for a fee believed to be around €6 million, the 24-year-old will join the club when the transfer window opens. Sporting director Alexander Rosen said: “Leonardo is … Read more »

Lukas Klünter to join Hertha BSC

Hertha BSC are expected to completed the signing of Lukas Klünter from FC Köln, according to Kicker. The 21-year-old will sign a four-year contract at the capital club while the report suggests Hertha will pay just less than €2 million … Read more »

Jonas Hector commits long-term future to 1. FC Köln

Jonas Hector has extended his contract at 1. FC Köln until 2023 despite interest from Borussia Dortmund and abroad following the club’s likely relegation from the Bundesliga. FC Köln announced the news following a 2-2 draw with Schalke which leaves … Read more »

RB Leipzig hold talks to sign Leonardo Bittencourt

RB Leipzig are in advanced talks with 1. FC Köln’s Leonardo Bittencourt, according to regional outlet, Express. The 24-year-old would be able to depart the club for a €8 million fee should they be relegated from the Bundesliga. Although talks … Read more »