Former MK Dons star Dele Alli released by Italian side Como

Former MK Dons star Dele Alli has been released by Italian side Como after 9 months at the club.

The move to release Dele from his deal sees him cut short a stay with the side from northern Italy, who he had joined in January on a free transfer.

Dele made just one appearance for Como, coming on as a late substitute in a match against AC Milan in March, only to be sent off after 10 minutes on the pitch.

His exit was confirmed on transfer deadline day, with Dele free to pursue another opportunity as a free agent.

The decision comes in acknowledgment of limited opportunities for Dele at a Como team managed by former Arsenal, Barcelona and Chelsea midfielder Cesc Fabregas. Como signed 11 players in the summer window, as well as loaning in an extra 5 for 16 deals overall.

In a club statement, Como said, “Como 1907 and Dele Alli have agreed to a mutual termination of his contract.

“Dele is keen to secure regular playing opportunities and, as he was not part of the club’s immediate plans, both parties felt it was the right decision to part ways ahead of the transfer window closing.

“The club thanks Dele for his time at Como and wishes him the very best for the future.”

Dele had joined Como after being released by Everton at the end of the 2023/24 season, although he had not made a full appearance in his final campaign with the Toffees.

The midfielder had begun his career with MK Dons, having broke through from academy to first team as a teenager and scored 24 goals in 88 appearances with the club before leaving to join Spurs in 2015.