Gideon Mensah reveals why he chose FC Köln despite offers from across Europe
Ghana defender Gideon Mensah has revealed that FC Köln’s long-term project convinced him to join the Bundesliga side despite receiving offers from several clubs across Europe. The 28-year-old left-back joined Köln as a free agent following his departure from French club AJ Auxerre, signing a contract that runs until June 2028. Mensah’s move came after […]
Ghana's defender Gideon Mensah has shared the reasons behind his decision to join FC Köln, despite receiving offers from various European clubs. The 28-year-old left-back signed a contract with the Bundesliga side that runs until June 2028, following his move from French club AJ Auxerre. Mensah's choice was influenced by the club's long-term project and ambitions, as well as the city and how the move could aid his career development.
During his four seasons at Auxerre, the defender became a reliable first-choice left-back, contributing to the club's Ligue 2 title victory in 2024. He played 114 matches across four seasons, including 85 in Ligue 1, and provided two assists in his final campaign. Mensah's impressive performance during the 2026 FIFA World Cup, where he started all four of Ghana's matches, played a role in his move to Cologne.
He made his Bundesliga debut in a 3-2 win against Hoffenheim at RheinEnergieStadion and is anticipated to feature again when Köln faces VfB Stuttgart at the MHPArena next weekend.
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