Yan Couto
23-Year-Old
Borussia Dortmund
Bundesliga
OUT
Injury Strain
Est. Return 4/18/2026
Out to face Leverkusen
Couto (muscular) is ruled out for Saturday's clash against Leverkusen, according to Ruhr Nachrichten.
ANALYSIS
Couto has been unable to recover from the muscular problems that had raised concerns during Wednesday's training session, with manager Niko Kovac ultimately deciding against risking him for the Leverkusen fixture. The Brazilian has started 11 of his 17 Bundesliga appearances this season, leaving a notable gap on the right side of the defense, with Daniel Svensson expected to keep his role on the right flank. His availability for the coming fixtures will be monitored as the extent of the muscular issue becomes clearer.
Couto has been unable to recover from the muscular problems that had raised concerns during Wednesday's training session, with manager Niko Kovac ultimately deciding against risking him for the Leverkusen fixture. The Brazilian has started 11 of his 17 Bundesliga appearances this season, leaving a notable gap on the right side of the defense, with Daniel Svensson expected to keep his role on the right flank. His availability for the coming fixtures will be monitored as the extent of the muscular issue becomes clearer.
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Couto was dealing with undisclosed muscular problems during Wednesday's session, according to manager Niko Kovac.
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Couto (illness) is on the bench for Friday's game against Mainz 05.
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Couto (illness) is building his fitness indoors and remains a doubt for Friday's clash against Mainz, coach Nico Kovac said in the press conference, according to Ruhr24.
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Couto (illness) is ruled out for Saturday's clash against Wolfsburg, the club announced.
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Eight crosses Sunday
Couto registered eight crosses (two accurate) and four corners in Sunday's 3-2 victory versus FC Heidenheim.
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Could end up in Germany
Manchester City are ready to part ways with Couto and Dortmund could be his destination, according to The Daily Mail.
ANALYSIS
Couto is not expected to have a role at Manchester City either now or in the future, mainly due to the struggles he's faced defensively during his stint with Girona. Dortmund are interested in landing him if he becomes available, and they could pay up to £25 million for the 22-year-old.
Couto is not expected to have a role at Manchester City either now or in the future, mainly due to the struggles he's faced defensively during his stint with Girona. Dortmund are interested in landing him if he becomes available, and they could pay up to £25 million for the 22-year-old.