Como is closing in on signing Kevin Diks and Yannik Engelhardt, aiming to strengthen their squad with experienced and promising talents. Kevin Diks, currently playing for FC Copenhagen, has had a varied career across several clubs in Europe, primarily in the Netherlands and Italy, before moving to Denmark. Yannik Engelhardt, a young and promising defensive midfielder, is currently with Fortuna Düsseldorf and has seen a steady rise through the ranks of German football.
- Como is negotiating to sign Kevin Diks from FC Copenhagen.
- Yannik Engelhardt is close to joining Como from Fortuna Düsseldorf for €8 million.
- These signings reflect Como’s ambition to enhance their squad for the upcoming season.
Kevin Diks’ Career Overview
Kevin Diks, born on October 6, 1996, in Apeldoorn, Netherlands, is a versatile defender who primarily plays as a centre-back. Standing at 1.86 meters, Diks has played for several clubs across Europe. His career began in the youth clubs of VIOS Vaassen, AGOVV Apeldoorn, and Vitesse, where he later made his professional debut.
His professional career includes stints at Vitesse, Fiorentina, and several loan spells at Vitesse, Feyenoord, and Empoli. Diks currently plays for FC Copenhagen, with his contract set to expire on June 30, 2025. He has also represented the Netherlands U21 team, earning seven caps.
#Calciomercato | Il #Como si sta avvicinando sempre più a Kevin #Diks. Per il centrocampo è in chiusura Yannik #Engelhardt dal Fortuna Düsseldorf per otto milioni
— Gianluca Di Marzio (@DiMarzio)
October 06, 2023
Yannik Engelhardt’s Career Journey
Yannik Engelhardt, born on February 7, 2001, in Göttingen, Germany, is a defensive midfielder known for his promising talent. Standing at 1.84 meters, Engelhardt has progressed through the youth systems of JSG Eintracht HöhBernSee, JFV Eichsfeld, and SV Werder Bremen.
Engelhardt’s professional career includes playing for SV Werder Bremen II, SC Freiburg II, and currently, Fortuna Düsseldorf. His contract with Fortuna Düsseldorf runs until June 30, 2026. Engelhardt has also represented Germany at the U20 level, earning three caps.
Transfer History and Market Value
Kevin Diks’ transfer history includes a move from Vitesse to Fiorentina for €2.8 million in July 2016, followed by several loan spells. His current market value stands at €4.00 million as of June 10, 2024.
Yannik Engelhardt moved from SV Werder Bremen II to SC Freiburg II on a free transfer in July 2021 and then to Fortuna Düsseldorf for €600k in July 2023. His current market value is €4.00 million as of June 6, 2024.
Como’s Ambitious Moves
Como’s potential signings of Kevin Diks and Yannik Engelhardt highlight the club’s strategic efforts to enhance their squad with both experienced and young talents. These moves are part of a broader trend in the transfer market, where clubs are investing in players to build a competitive team for the future.
For more detailed player statistics and transfer history, check Kevin Diks’ profile on Transfermarkt and Yannik Engelhardt’s profile on Transfermarkt.
