Transfers
Borussia Dortmund reaches agreement for Manchester City star
Borussia Dortmund has reportedly reached an agreement in principle to sign Manchester City right-back Yan Couto, according to Sky Germany.
Couto, who spent the past two seasons on loan at Girona, is seen as a key addition to Dortmund’s squad, offering a different profile from Julian Ryerson. The 22-year-old Brazilian has one year left on his City contract and is keen on the move to the Bundesliga.
However, the transfer fee could be a stumbling block, with Dortmund hoping to secure Couto for €20-25 million. Despite never playing a game for Manchester City, his impressive performance at Girona has caught the attention of several clubs. Last season, Couto played a crucial role in Girona’s Champions League qualification, contributing one goal and eight assists.
Dortmund is also looking to strengthen their left-back position after failing to secure Ian Maatsen permanently. They are considering Miguel Gutiérrez from Girona, but face competition from Real Madrid, which holds a buy-back option for the player.
The potential signing of Couto is part of Dortmund’s broader strategy to enhance their full-back options and build a more robust defensive lineup for the upcoming season.
You must be logged in to post a comment Login