brighton and hove albion Cologne winger Jakob Cumminsi has until mid-July to take advantage of a clause in his contract.
sportbild report That the 24-year-old will be available for just €20m until mid-July. After that it will be free for all.
Brighton face mid-July deadline for Jakub Kaminski clause
The newspaper reports that Brighton are once again shopping at Cologne after previously pursuing Sed El Mala. Now his focus is on Jacob Kaminsky. The advantage this time is that they will not have to negotiate the transfer fee.
Instead, the winger is available for €20m, thanks to a clause included in the deadline day deal to make him permanent this summer. Sport Witness has already reported on that interest and segment this week.
Now, according to Sportbild, there is a problem. The exit option has a time limit. Any deal using that €20m clause must be finalized by mid-July.
After that date, the fee is 'freely negotiable'. So, anyone who wants Kaminsky this summer should make a move soon or risk him becoming even more expensive.
Kaminski opens door to move forward as Brighton get boost
Luckily for Brighton, Jakub Kaminski is ready for the move. His management is currently negotiating terms for a possible move to the Premier League.
Seagulls spotted the 24-year-old man while searching El Mala. After El Mala's family refused to turn to Amex they have now turned to them.
The release clause deadline is also in Cologne's hands. If they can get a deal done quickly, it will help them plan effectively for the World Cup.
Losing Kaminsky would be a blow considering his performances last season. He scored seven goals and five assists in 36 games this season, establishing himself as a key player alongside players such as El Mala.
This prompted Cologne to buy him permanently this summer for €5.5m, knowing there were bigger suitors on the horizon. Brighton are one of them and are willing to spend €20m to do so. They just need to get the deal done by mid-July, otherwise it will cost them a lot.
