Former Tottenham Hotspur and Everton midfielder Dele Alli has signed an 18-month deal with promoted Serie A side Como, with an option to extend for an additional year.

Dele Alli will aim to get his football career back on track in Italy after signing an 18-month deal with Como. The former Tottenham midfielder has not played competitively since the 2023 after a lengthy lay-off due to injury, addiction and mental health problems, but will link up with the Serie A club managed by Cesc Fabregas.

Dele Alli is set to make a sensational return to football – just under two years after the former Tottenham and England star’s last match.

Dele Alli signed for ambitious Como on Sunday as the former England international makes a comeback after being released by Everton at the end of last season.

By Aimat Aliyeva Former England and Tottenham Hotspur international Dele Alli has joined Como, a club in Italy's Serie

Promoted Serie A side Como have said they have given troubled former England midfielder Dele Alli the chance to re-start his career, signing the 28-year-old on 18-month contract, with an option for a one-year extension.

COMO, Italy — Dele Alli joined Serie A struggler Como on Sunday in the latest attempt to revive his career. Alli has signed an 18-month contract, with an option to extend for an additional 12 months, and the 28-year-old could make his debut against Udinese on Monday.

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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.