Como delighted: positive signs in Yan Couto move | OneFootball

Yan Couto never truly settled in Dortmund. Despite occasional bright moments and strong spells, the 24-year-old right-back lacked consistency. At the start of the current season, the Brazilian moved to Como 1907 on loan.

Across all competitions, Couto made 62 appearances for BVB. He scored three goals and also provided four assists. However, he only completed 15 matches over the full 90 minutes.

At the beginning of August 2026, Borussia loaned out the former head coach Nuri Sahin’s (38) preferred signing to Como 1907. According to media reports, the surprise Serie A side paid a reported loan fee of two million euros.

Already in their second year after returning to Serie A, the Lariani sensationally qualified for the Champions League in the 2025/26 season by finishing fourth in the table. Under head coach Cesc Fabregas (39), Como have also started well this season. After five rounds, they have suffered only one defeat and sit eighth in the league. In Europe’s top competition, the Lombardy side swept RB Leipzig aside 4-1 at their home ground, the Stadio Giuseppe Sinigaglia.

Starting spot in Como

Couto was in the starting lineup for every match. He also impressed on the right flank in the Champions League. Both the player and the club are happy with his performances. According to information from WAZ, everything therefore points to Como signing Couto permanently. Although his contract in Dortmund still runs until 2030, all signs currently point to a separation in the summer of 2027.

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Financially, the chapter could ultimately work out perfectly for the Black and Yellows. The Italians have a purchase option for next summer worth 22 million euros. Since a loan fee of three million euros was already due for the current season, BVB would almost completely recoup their original investment if the move to Como becomes permanent.

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