Transfer news LIVE: Newcastle and Chelsea eye Núñez as El Mala asking price emerges

1.FC Köln are holding firm on a €50 million asking price for German teenage talent Said El Mala, with Brighton actively pursuing the player and reportedly willing to loan him back to Köln for the following season. Chelsea have also been linked with an interest in El Mala. Separately, both Newcastle and Chelsea are reportedly eyeing Liverpool striker Darwin Núñez as the summer 2026 transfer window approaches.