€700,000 loan fee fuels clash over Iddrissou's future

Inter Milan turned down Cologne’s €700,000 loan bid for 18‑year‑old forward Jamal Iddrissou, preferring to keep the Italian youth international under their control as they plan his future. The deal featured a loan with a €7‑8 million purchase option, while Inter offered a tiered buy‑back that could see them repurchase Iddrissou for €15 million in 2027 or €18 million in 2028. Cologne are actively seeking to bolster their attack by turning their attention to Italy, targeting the highly‑rated forward as part of a broader recruitment drive. The club hopes the addition will add firepower ahead of the new season. According to Sky Italia, the Billy Goats have submitted an ambitious offer for the striker, underscoring the seriousness of the approach. Sky’s report confirms the €700,000 loan fee and the €7‑8 million purchase option, outlining the club’s intent.

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Inter, the reigning Serie A champions, emphasized their status as Nerazzurri and their unwillingness to lose complete control over the Italian youth international. The club countered with a modern, tiered buy‑back model that would see them repurchase Iddrissou for €15 million in 2027 or €18 million in 2028. Iddrissou faced Cologne’s youth squad in the UEFA Youth League round of 16 earlier this year, giving the German side a direct look at the player. Sporting director Thomas Kessler envisions Iddrissou as a developmental backup playing behind starting striker Ragnar Ache. Wolfsburg also monitor the striker, while Premier League side Brentford is likewise keeping a close eye on his situation. Whether Cologne are willing to accept Inter’s buy‑back demands, and if they will trigger the purchase option, remains to be seen. Dennis Brinkmann noted the intense competition for top youth talent across Europe, highlighting the market dynamics surrounding promising young forwards. The saga underscores how clubs across the continent are vying for emerging Italian prospects.