How serious is Como's interest? Confusion over BVB star Couto | OneFootball

Following reports of FC Como’s interest in Yan Couto, there is now confusion. A new report contradicts the rumors surrounding the BVB defender – at least in part.

Yan Couto’s future at Borussia Dortmund is currently the subject of conflicting reports. While Italian media recently spoke of concrete interest from FC Como and even mentioned initial talks between the parties, a new report from BILD paints a different picture.

According to the report, there has so far been no contact between the Italian club and either the Brazilian player’s camp or Borussia Dortmund. Although the Serie A club is said to have a general interest in signing the 24-year-old, no concrete negotiations have taken place so far.

In any case, a transfer would not be easy for Como. According to information from BILD, BVB are demanding a transfer fee of between €20 million and €25 million for Couto. Dortmund want to avoid making a loss after signing the full-back on a permanent deal. Couto initially joined Dortmund from Manchester City on loan in 2024 before the agreed purchase option was exercised a year later.

Yan Couto and BVB: The future remains open

From a sporting perspective, however, his first season as a permanent BVB player was mixed. Under coach Niko Kovac, the Brazilian often played only a minor role and made comparatively few Bundesliga appearances. Whether Dortmund would agree to a sale at all also depends closely on the situation at right-back. According to media reports, Julian Ryerson is being monitored by Manchester United. If the Norwegian leaves in the summer, Borussia would likely think very carefully about allowing another departure in that position.

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Another factor is the financial side. Couto is still under a long-term contract in Dortmund until 2030 and is said to earn around €5 million per year. To complete the deal, Como would therefore not only have to pay the requested transfer fee, but would probably also need to offer the player an attractive salary package.

At present, there is therefore much to suggest that while there is interest from Italy, the recent reports of talks already being underway do not appear to reflect the actual situation. The Yan Couto situation therefore remains unresolved.

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