COLOGNE, 2025-06-20 15:53:00
Krauß to Cologne? Deal in the Works
The 1. FC Köln is reportedly close to securing Tom Krauß. But will it happen quickly?
The 1. FC Köln has shown interest in midfielder Tom Krauß, 23, for several weeks. Is a transfer deal imminent?
- FC is reportedly close to an agreement with Krauß.
- Mainz has confirmed contact from Cologne.
- Loan deal is the likely option, with a potential buy option.
On Thursday, June 19, 2025, reports indicated that the club and the player were largely in agreement. The final details were discussed during a conversation between Krauß and new Cologne coach Lukas Kwasniok,43.
Mainz Confirms cologne’s Interest
According to reports, a deal announcement may not be immediate. Krauß is under contract with FSV Mainz 05 until 2027. He may not see a lot of playing time there, and he was on loan to Luton town, an English second-division team, in the first half of the previous season, and then to VfL Bochum from the beginning of January.
- Luton Town (English Second division)
- vfl Bochum
On Friday, June 20, Mainz boss Christian Heidel, 62, confirmed the situation, saying, “there was a brief phone call with thomas Kessler, who informed us of FC’s interest. I have agreed to the desired contact with Tom. We’ll see what happens next.”
Is the bidding war heating up? Hamburger SV and Werder Bremen have reportedly also expressed interest.Cologne may have the upper hand due to positive behind-the-scenes discussions over the past few weeks.
A loan deal is being targeted. The player’s market value is around four million euros.The next few days will reveal if an agreement can be reached. FC sporting director Thomas Kessler, 39, stated at the members’ meeting on Tuesday, “We will also enter into one or two loans this year. However, it is also crucial for us to have a purchase option.”
