Active in Bundesliga
Linton Maina
Midfielder #37
Age 26 years
Nationality Germany
Market Value €4M
Career
No transfer history
Scout Report
Our breakdown of how this player plays, built from this season's match data.
Linton Maina is a above average SILVER BOOT for 1. FC Köln. Evidence: 22% Goal Frequency.
Also shows: above average THREAT (1.8 Shots/90)
Player DNA
Are they a specialist or an all-rounder? The shape tells the story.
A developing player working on their overall game.
Physical profile: Compact Build.
Linton Maina Traits
Percentile rankings show how a player compares to others. 90% means they rank higher than 90% of comparable players.
vs Midfielders
Height 8%
Weight 22%
Experience 52%
vs Bundesliga
Height 5%
Weight 13%
Experience 55%
Player DNA
Five dimensions that show what kind of player they are
Dribbling 43
Shooting 77
Defense 20
Workrate 5
Passing 25
Key Strength 77 Shooting
Area to Watch 5 Workrate
Match Stats
Match-by-match record for Linton Maina this season
| Date | Fixture | Mins | Rating | G | A | FM Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 21, 2026 | 1. FC Köln 3-3 Borussia Mönchengladbach | 77' | 6.2 | - | 0 | 100 |
| Mar 14, 2026 | Hamburger SV 1-1 1. FC Köln | 49' | 6.2 | - | - | 35 |
| Mar 07, 2026 | 1. FC Köln 1-2 Borussia Dortmund | 22' | 6.3 | - | - | 59 |
| Jan 30, 2026 | 1. FC Köln 1-0 VfL Wolfsburg | 75' | 7.9 | 1 | 0 | 23 |
| Jan 25, 2026 | SC Freiburg 2-1 1. FC Köln | 86' | 6.5 | 0 | 0 | 53 |
| Jan 17, 2026 | 1. FC Köln 2-1 FSV Mainz 05 | 73' | 6.5 | 0 | 0 | 75 |
| Jan 14, 2026 | 1. FC Köln 1-3 Bayern München | 67' | 7.9 | 1 | 0 | 64 |
| Jan 10, 2026 | 1. FC Heidenheim 2-2 1. FC Köln | 30' | 6.7 | 0 | 0 | 66 |
| Dec 20, 2025 | 1. FC Köln 0-1 Union Berlin | 7' | 6.7 | 0 | 0 | 56 |
| Dec 13, 2025 | Bayer Leverkusen 2-0 1. FC Köln | 46' | 6.3 | 0 | 0 | 49 |
| Dec 06, 2025 | 1. FC Köln 1-1 FC St. Pauli | 8' | 6.2 | 0 | 0 | 45 |
| Nov 29, 2025 | Werder Bremen 1-1 1. FC Köln | 0' | - | 0 | 0 | 68 |
| Nov 22, 2025 | 1. FC Köln 3-4 Eintracht Frankfurt | 0' | - | 0 | 0 | 100 |
| Nov 08, 2025 | Borussia Mönchengladbach 3-1 1. FC Köln | 23' | 6.9 | 0 | 0 | 71 |
| Nov 02, 2025 | 1. FC Köln 4-1 Hamburger SV | 67' | 6.5 | 0 | 0 | 82 |
| Date | Fixture | FM Score |
|---|---|---|
| Apr 04, 2026 | Eintracht Frankfurt vs 1. FC Köln | 56 |
| Apr 11, 2026 | 1. FC Köln vs Werder Bremen | 39 |
| Apr 18, 2026 | FC St. Pauli vs 1. FC Köln | 46 |
| Apr 25, 2026 | 1. FC Köln vs Bayer Leverkusen | 76 |
| May 02, 2026 | Union Berlin vs 1. FC Köln | 33 |
| May 09, 2026 | 1. FC Köln vs 1. FC Heidenheim | 53 |
| May 16, 2026 | Bayern München vs 1. FC Köln | 76 |
Player Market Value
Track Linton Maina's transfer value changes and career value history
Current Value €4.0M
Peak Value €9.0M (Q3'20)
€9.0M €4.5M €0
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Linton Maina serves as 1. FC Köln's Bronze Sniper, establishing himself as a reliable attacking presence in the squad. With two 2. Bundesliga titles already to his name, the winger brings championship experience to the pitch, effectively building his body of work as a clinical finisher in the German second tier.
His season data highlights a sharp evolution, specifically through the SILVER BOOT badge earned via his goal frequency. Across 14 appearances, Maina has demonstrated a specialized focus on goal-scoring, supported by a Shooting dimension of 75. He is currently on an upward trajectory, hitting top form with two goals in his last five outings. His status as a THREAT is confirmed by 1.8 shots per 90 minutes, maintaining a high level of Intensity that keeps defenders on the retreat. Having reached an established reliability level, his 615 minutes of action have been defined by increasing efficiency.
With his market value rising to €4M, the Stakes for Maina's performances are higher than ever. His current hot streak suggests he is significantly outperforming his baseline season ability, making him a vital asset in the club's tactical setup and a key figure in the division's offensive rankings.