Is Couto leaving BVB? Decision apparently made | OneFootball

Most recently, there have been repeated rumors about Borussia Dortmund right-back Yan Couto leaving the club. Now, the future of the BVB star appears to have been decided.

Borussia Dortmund is apparently facing another departure this summer. As transfer expert Fabrizio Romano reports, BVB has reached an agreement with Italian club Como 1907 over a loan deal for Yan Couto. While official confirmation of the transfer is still pending, the move is said to have already been finalized.

According to reports, the Brazilian will be loaned to northern Italy until the summer of 2027. Particularly interesting for Dortmund: Como is expected to cover the right-back’s full salary. That would allow the Bundesliga side to temporarily remove not only a player, but also a significant cost factor from the wage bill.

Couto initially joined Dortmund on loan from Manchester City in the summer of 2024. Due to an agreed purchase obligation, the full-back was signed permanently a year ago. However, the 24-year-old was only rarely able to live up to the high expectations that came with the transfer.

BVB exit looming: Couto set for move to Como

Overall, Couto made 62 competitive appearances for the Black and Yellows, scoring three goals and providing four assists. While he was still a regular starter at the beginning of last season, he lost his place to Julian Ryerson as the campaign progressed. Especially in the second half of the season, Couto barely featured and most recently played only a minor role.

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With the impending move to Como, the full-back now has the chance for a fresh start. Under coach Cesc Fàbregas, the Italian club has developed remarkably in recent years and most recently qualified for the Champions League for the first time. Since gaining promotion to Serie A, Como has also invested heavily in new players and continues to pursue ambitious goals.

For Borussia Dortmund, the loan would be another step in the ongoing squad rebuild. After several departures and expiring contracts, those in charge want to make room for new signings and reshape the squad for the coming season. Julien Duranville also appears to be on the verge of leaving.

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