Como agree deal in principle to sign Yan Couto from Borussia Dortmund
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Como have agreed a deal in principle to sign Yan Couto from Borussia Dortmund on loan until June 2027, with salary covered. The club is also close to signing left back Kaiki from Cruzeiro for €14m.
Como have reached an agreement in principle to sign Brazilian right back Yan Couto from Borussia Dortmund, according to sources. The deal is structured as a loan until June 2027, with Como covering the player's salary during the loan period.
Double Brazilian fullbacks for Como
In addition to Couto, Como are also closing in on the signing of left back Kaiki from Cruzeiro for a fee of €14 million. The deal is described as almost done, with both Brazilian fullbacks set to join the Italian club.
Yan Couto, 22, joined Borussia Dortmund from Manchester City in 2023 but has struggled for regular playing time. The loan move to Como is expected to provide him with more opportunities in Serie A.
Kaiki, 21, has been a regular for Cruzeiro in the Brazilian league and is seen as a promising talent for the left back position. The €14m transfer fee reflects his potential and the club's investment in young Brazilian players.
Como, currently competing in Serie A, are strengthening their squad with these two Brazilian defenders as they aim to secure their top-flight status and build for the future.
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