With multiple reliable sources reporting that an agreement has been reached with Frankfurt, 1. FC Cologne have opened formal talks with Ellyes Skhiri over personal terms. The midfielder is said to be keen on the move, though full details of the contract are still being worked through. Negotiations are active, and the next 24-48 hours could prove decisive in closing the deal - with optimism growing that he will be a 1. FC Cologne player before too long. Talks are underway, and with no competition emerging, 1. FC Cologne are seen as the sole contenders for the player's signature. Frankfurt continue to be linked with Noah Atubolu while 1. FC Cologne are also rumoured to be tracking Thijs Dallinga. Follow for more transfer rumours ahead of the Transfer Window!