Diego Carlos Set For Move To Como As Talks Near Completion

Como are about to sign Diego Carlos from Fenerbahçe. The Brazilian defender will join the Serie A team soon after a short stay in Turkey.

WHAT HAPPENED?

With the transfer window closing, Como are working fast and expect Diego Carlos to join the team today. The 32-year-old defender didn’t live up to expectations at Fenerbahçe, playing only 188 minutes in five games after moving from Aston Villa in January. Reports confirm that Fenerbahçe are ready to let him go now, but Como have acted quickly to complete the deal.

THE CONTEXT OF THE MOVE

Having finished 10th in Serie A last season and aiming for European qualification, Como are facing elevated expectations for this season. Como aims to improve on their mid-table finish and target European spots, hoping to qualify for European competitions again. As Como aim to strengthen their defense, Diego Carlos’ experience from top leagues would be highly welcome, despite his struggles in Turkey.

Offloading Carlos will also help Fenerbahçe cut expenses, as the team wraps up player sales before seeking to strengthen key areas in the squad. With their Champions League ambitions crushed after a playoff knockout at the feet of Benfica, the team is also offloading players that weigh on the wage bill and are not seen as essential to the project.

WHAT’S NEXT FOR COMO AND DIEGO CARLOS?

Once the move is final, Diego Carlos is expected to train with Como ahead of the Serie A 2nd match at Bologna, after winning their opener against Lazio by 2-0. The season opener provides the perfect opportunity for Como to start off strongly in front of their home fans and showcase their new defensive partner in Carlos. His arrival could play a crucial role as Como aim to integrate a new backline and build on last season’s success.