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Borussia Dortmund Loan Yan Couto to Como

The season-long loan aims to revive Couto’s playing time at Como with a reported purchase option that preserves Dortmund’s transfer leverage.

Overview

  • Both clubs confirmed the deal for the 2026/27 season and Como published an official welcome for the 24-year-old right-back.
  • Multiple outlets report Como will pay about a €2 million loan fee and hold a purchase option near €20 million though clubs declined to publish terms.
  • Couto made 62 competitive appearances for Dortmund but failed to secure an undisputed starting role and saw his minutes fall late last season.
  • Como coach Cesc Fàbregas described Couto as a brave, attack-minded fullback who should compete for the club’s starting right-back spot in Serie A and the Champions League.
  • The move lets Dortmund free squad space and preserve Couto’s market value under his contract through 2030 while giving the player a chance to rebuild form and play regularly.