German club 1. FC Köln continues pursuing a loan agreement for young Tottenham winger Mikey Moore, though negotiations have stalled over the north London club’s reluctance to sanction the deal. The 19-year-old has expressed his willingness to make the move to the Bundesliga side, according to reporting from local German media sources.
Manager Roberto De Zerbi is hesitant about releasing Moore from the club while Tottenham’s offensive options remain limited. The winger’s recent performance during a pre-season friendly against Hoffenheim, where he netted twice in a commanding 3-0 victory, appears to have reinforced the coach’s desire to retain him for the upcoming season.
Köln’s sporting director Thomas Kessler declined to offer specific commentary on the situation when approached by reporters on Sunday, citing protocol regarding players employed by other organizations. The impasse suggests negotiations may continue for some time as both clubs weigh their strategic priorities heading into the new campaign.
Originally reported by Sports.yahoo →
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