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USMNT striker Damion Downs heading to England as Koln reach €10m agreement with Southampton

<p>According to a report from <a href="https://www.bild.de/sport/fussball/mega-deal-fuer-1-fc-koeln-us-stuermer-damion-downs-vor-millionen-wechsel-6867a14943acaa585d7ea947" target="_blank"><em>BILD</em></a>, Koln have reached an agreement with Southampton over a deal worth up to €10 million (£8m/$11m) that will see Downs head to the Championship. Although the 20-year-old forward is currently on international duty&nbsp;with the United States, the move should be finalised after the Gold Cup final against Mexico.</p>

WHAT HAPPENED?

<p>Koln initially intended to extend Downs’ contract, which runs until 2026, and reportedly made a strong renewal offer. However, the club could not match the financial terms put forward by Southampton. <a href="https://www.goal.com/en-us/lists/damion-downs-usmnt-germany-koln-nations-league-concacaf-bundesliga-mauricio-pochettino/blt7fa17c9f63d2e0b7" target="_blank">Downs</a> scored 10 goals last season, helping Koln achieve promotion. </p>

THE BIGGER PICTURE

<p>In 42 appearances for Koln so far, the young striker has scored 13 goals and also provided six assists.</p>

DID YOU KNOW?

<p><a href="https://www.goal.com/en-us/lists/usmnt-transfers-damion-downs-garners-southampton-interest-yunus-musah-to-napoli-hits-snag-ricardo-pepi-to-fulham/bltd8e93a6c4e4342f3" target="_blank">Downs will join Southampton</a> following the conclusion of the Gold Cup. He is expected to undergo medicals and sign a long-term contract. Southampton want to improve their team so they can make a push for promotion back to the Premier League following their relegation last season.</p>

WHAT NEXT FOR DOWNS?

USMNT striker Damion Downs heading to England as Koln reach €10m agreement with Southampton | Goal.com

USMNT striker Damion Downs is set for the next big step in his career in the UK after impressing at both club and international level in recent months.