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Linton Maina Extends Contract with 1. FC Köln During Promotion Celebrations

The playmaker confirmed his new deal as Köln secured Bundesliga promotion, locking down a key contributor to their championship campaign.

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Kölns Linton Maina steht auf dem Spielfeld
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Overview

  • Linton Maina announced his contract extension with 1. FC Köln during the club's 2. Bundesliga title celebrations at RheinEnergieSTADION.
  • Maina, the team’s top assist provider this season with 13 assists across league and cup, played a pivotal role in securing promotion to the Bundesliga.
  • The 25-year-old midfielder had attracted interest from Bundesliga clubs, including Borussia Mönchengladbach, Union Berlin, Mainz 05, and Hamburger SV, before agreeing to stay.
  • Maina’s contract was set to expire this summer, and his market value of €3 million made him one of the most sought-after players in the second division.
  • Since joining Köln on a free transfer from Hannover 96 in 2022, Maina has contributed 26 assists and nine goals in 105 matches for the club.