Chalobah and Couto arrive for Como medicals in €33m+ deal
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Trevoh Chalobah and Yan Couto have arrived at Como to complete their medicals ahead of a combined €33 million plus bonuses transfer.
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Attributed to original sourceIt’s a busy day at Como, as both Chelsea defender Trevoh Chalobah and Borussia Dortmund defender Yan Couto arrived for their medicals. ‘I can’t wait to get started.’
The Lariani were in Serie B just two years ago, but are now gearing up for their first ever participation in the Champions League.
That means further reinforcements this summer, and coach Cesc Fabregas has two new signings coming in today.
Como welcome Chalobah and Couto ATLANTA, GEORGIA – JULY 01: Trevoh Chalobah #12 of England arrives at the stadium before the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round Of 32 match between England and Congo DR at Atlanta Stadium on July 01, 2026 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Richard Pelham/Getty Images) Chalobah spoke to reporters as he went into the medical centre for his tests, completing a transfer worth €30m plus add-ons from Chelsea.
“Always ready. I can’t wait to get started, so let’s go,” smiled the England international.
. @Como_1907 , Chalobah è arrivato a Monza per le visite mediche. “Pronto a cominciare? Sempre pronto. Non vedo l’ora di iniziare” queste le prime parole pic.twitter.com/eLS42hCYZQ
— Gianluca Di Marzio (@DiMarzio) August 5, 2026
Chalobah was at the 2026 World Cup with the side that secured the bronze medal and is a product of the Chelsea academy, so this will be the first permanent departure from that club.
Meanwhile, Couto is also currently undergoing his medical tests with Como.
It is reported to be a loan at a cost of €3m from Borussia Dortmund, with an option to buy at the end of the season for a further €22m.
Como are also covering the full salary , which is believed to be around €5m per season.
Yan Couto è arrivato alle visite mediche con il @Como_1907 pic.twitter.com/pmdas2VAar
— Gianluca Di Marzio (@DiMarzio) August 5, 2026
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What happened
Como are closing in on a significant double signing, with Trevoh Chalobah and Yan Couto both arriving for medicals. The Italian club will pay a combined fee of €33 million plus bonuses for the defensive pair. Chalobah arrives from Chelsea, while Couto joins from Manchester City (most recently on loan at Girona). The deals represent a major statement of intent from Como, who have been aggressively reshaping their squad ahead of the new Serie A season.
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Como's ambitious recruitment drive continues with two Premier League-linked defenders. Chalobah brings Premier League and Champions League experience, adding physicality and versatility to the back line, while Yan Couto provides a younger, attack-minded right-back profile. For a newly promoted side, this level of spending and the caliber of signings signals serious intent to establish themselves in Serie A rather than merely survive relegation.
Como's defensive depth and quality improves notably with two new signings, while Chelsea and Manchester City offload squad players to generate funds.
Como significantly strengthened defensively with experienced Premier League-caliber players, raising their floor for the upcoming Serie A season.