Ihlas Bebou considered by FC Cologne as attacking options limited

FC Cologne are considering the free-agent market as they deal with several absences in their forward line, with Togo international Ihlas Bebou among the players being discussed, according to Express.

The 32-year-old is viewed as a possible short-term solution for the German club. Bebou has extensive experience of German football, including the Bundesliga, and his attacking qualities could help FC Cologne manage their current shortage of available forwards.

However, the possibility remains at an early stage. FC Cologne have not made a decision on whether to make an emergency signing, but the situation in attack could lead the club’s directors to examine several alternatives over the coming days.

Bebou’s current market value is estimated at 600,000 euros by Transfermarkt. It remains unclear whether he will become a formal target for FC Cologne or whether the club will pursue another option to cover the absences.

According to exclusive information from Africafoot, Karlsruhe SC are also interested in the Togo international.

FC Cologne are due to play their fifth match of the German league season against Borussia Monchengladbach shortly.