Heidenheim’s Scienza linked with FC Köln move

The 26-year-old is being targeted by the recently promoted Cathedral City club.

As per the latest update from Sky Germany, 1.FC Köln are eyeing up a move for FC Heidenheim’s Léonardo Scienza.

It is believed the Brazilian winger is high on the priority list of Thomas Kessler and new head coach Lukas Kwasniok. 

Furthermore, Patrick Berger reports that talks between Heidenheim and the player’s representatives have already taken place.

However, Scienza’s employers currently hold price expectations that are not feasible for newly promoted Effzeh. 

Köln initially explored a loan with a purchase option set for a later date, however Heidenheim dismissed the offer. 

Scienza, attributed with the goal that kept FCH in the Bundesliga via the relegation play-off, has admirers in Dinamo Zagreb and Bahia.