OFFICIAL: Dele Alli signs 18-month Como deal after 2 years absence from football

Former Tottenham and England midfielder Dele Alli has signed an 18-month deal with Italian side Como.

Club Announcement

Como 1907 has officially announced the signing of England international Dele Alli on an 18-month contract, with an option to extend for an additional 12 months. The club recognizes his exceptional talent and is excited to bring him into the team.

The focus will be on providing Dele with a supportive environment where he can gradually integrate into the squad. While there will be no immediate performance expectations, the club is confident that he will make a significant contribution both on the pitch and as a mentor to the club’s young talents, including Nico Paz, Alieu Fadera, Assane Diao, Maxence Caqueret, Máxi Perrone and Lucas Da Cunha.

Head Coach Cesc Fàbregas shared his thoughts on the signing: “The club believes in Dele’s potential and is committed to helping him rediscover his best form. His experience and leadership qualities will undoubtedly benefit the squad.”

With Dele’s wealth of experience, Como 1907 anticipates that his presence will inspire and elevate the team to new heights. The club looks forward to the positive impact he will bring on and off the pitch.

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The 28-year-old has been training with the club after his contract at Everton ended last summer and has now penned terms on a move that sees him return to top-flight football.

Dele has not played professionally since appearing for Besiktas on loan in February 2023, but will now have the chance to shine with the Serie A side. 

Como are currently out of the bottom three in the Italian top-flight on goal difference and take on Udinese on Monday. 

"The club believes in Dele's potential and is committed to helping him rediscover his best form," head coach Cesc Fabregas said. 

"His experience and leadership qualities will undoubtedly benefit the squad."