Como schedule medicals for Chalobah and Couto after Chelsea and Dortmund deals
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Como are set to hold medicals for Trevoh Chalobah from Chelsea and Couto from Borussia Dortmund as they close in on double Serie A signings.
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Attributed to original sourceChelsea defender Trevoh Chalobah will begin his Como medical on Wednesday, arriving for €30m plus €3m add-ons, while Yan Couto is also on the way from Borussia Dortmund.
Como have qualified for the Champions League just two years after promotion from Serie B, so are busy reinforcing the squad at the disposal of coach Cesc Fabregas.
Chalobah and Couto ready for Como LONDON, ENGLAND – FEBRUARY 21: Trevoh Chalobah of Chelsea during the Premier League match between Chelsea and Burnley at Stamford Bridge on February 21, 2026 in London, England. (Photo by Justin Setterfield/Getty Images) After weeks of negotiations, including a period where they stepped aside to let Inter pursue him in a pact of non-aggression on the transfer market, Como finally agreed terms with Chelsea for Chalobah.
Sky Sport Italia confirm the final fee is €30m plus €3m in add-ons, and the England international should fly in on Wednesday to begin his medical tests.
There should also be a cut of the future sale fee.
KANSAS CITY, KANSAS – JUNE 22: Trevoh Chalobah #12 of England trains during and England Training Session on June 22, 2026 in Kansas City, Kansas. (Photo by Richard Pelham/Getty Images) Meanwhile, there should also be another new signing for Como, because transfer pundit Fabrizio Romano notes that they are down to the final details for Couto.
The former Manchester City right-back is set to arrive on loan from Borussia Dortmund for €2m, with an option to make it permanent at the end of the season for a further €20m.
The Brazilian just turned 24 and moved to Borussia Dortmund in 2024 for a total fee of €25m.
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What happened
Como are moving to finalize two defensive signings ahead of the new Serie A season. Trevoh Chalobah is set for a medical after a deal was agreed with Chelsea, while a separate agreement with Borussia Dortmund will bring Couto to the Italian club for a medical as well. Both transfers appear close to completion, reinforcing Como's squad ahead of their Serie A campaign under Cesc Fabregas.
Chance analysis
Como are actively strengthening their squad with Premier League and Bundesliga pedigree defenders, signaling serious intent for their Serie A project. Acquiring Chalobah and Couto adds both Premier League experience and versatile wide-defensive options. The medicals stage means these are advanced, likely confirmed deals rather than rumors, though official announcements are pending.
Como gain two defensive reinforcements; Chelsea and Dortmund trim squad depth with outgoing sales/loans.
Como's defensive depth improves with two experienced additions; monitor their early Serie A fixtures to gauge integration impact.