Como’s €14 million gamble on a teenage talent
Italian side Como 1907 have confirmed a permanent transfer for Dutch forward Jayden Addai. The 19‑year‑old arrives from AZ Alkmaar for a reported €14 million and signs a five‑year deal that ties him to the Serie A club until the summer of 2030. The fee makes him Como’s third record‑breaking acquisition of the window, following the signings of Martin Baturina and Jesús Rodríguez.
Addai’s résumé is already impressive for a teenager. Last season he logged 17 appearances in the Dutch Eredivisie and featured three times in the Europa League, gaining valuable top‑flight exposure. In the youth ranks he helped AZ capture the UEFA Youth League title and netted seven goals with three assists in just 12 matches for the under‑19 side. He also tallied 15 goals for Jong AZ in the Eerste Divisie, proving he can find the net at senior level.
What the coach and the player say about the move
Como’s head coach, former England star Cesc Fàbregas, could not hide his excitement. He described Addai as “direct, technical and brave,” adding that the youngster has already shown quality against high‑level opposition. Fàbregas believes Como offers the perfect platform for further development, noting the club’s ambitious project and supportive environment.
For his part, Addai admitted the move feels like a big step but one he’s eager to take. He called Como a “prestigious club with an ambitious project” and said he’s already settling in, impressed by the lake scenery, mild climate and the food. The Dutch winger also highlighted that this will be his first experience away from home, and he feels confident that the club’s setup will help him mature as a player.
The €14 million price tag signals Como’s intent to build a squad of young, hungry talent for its Serie A campaign. By adding a player who has already tasted both domestic and European competition, the club hopes to create a blend of experience and potential that can compete with the league’s heavyweights.
With the transfer window still open, Como’s supporters will be watching closely to see how quickly Addai adapts to Italian football and whether he can translate his goal‑scoring instinct into regular Serie A contributions.
