Como are on the verge of completing another significant transfer coup. The Lombardy-based club has reached an agreement with Dele Alli, the 28-year-old midfielder who has been training under Cesc Fabregas’ guidance since December 26.
According to reports from Fabrizio Romano and Calciomercato, the deal has been struck on the basis of a contract running until June 30, 2026, with an option for an additional year until 2027. The official signing is expected to take place tomorrow, Sunday, January 19. This move will officially make the English midfielder a Como player, following his three-week training stint at the club’s sports centre after terminating his contract with Everton.
For Alli, Como represents a chance at career rejuvenation. His stint at Everton, which began in January 2022 after six and a half successful years at Tottenham (where he scored 67 goals and provided 57 assists in 269 appearances), proved to be disappointing. This period included a brief spell at Besiktas, which was cut short due to a muscle injury that sidelined him from April 2, 2023. Following his return to Everton, Alli underwent surgery in January 2024 before eventually parting ways with the club.
Italy now offers Alli an opportunity to revive his career, although he hasn’t played an official match since February 26, 2023, when he featured in a 0-0 draw between Besiktas and Antalyaspor. This move to Serie A under the guidance of former Premier League star Fabregas could be the fresh start Alli needs to recapture his form and fulfil his once-promising potential.
