Como and Milan Eye Chelsea's Malo Gusto as January Exit Looms

Como are interested in Chelsea right-back Malo Gusto, who is considering leaving Stamford Bridge in January, with Milan also monitoring him, according to a Football Italia report citing TuttoMercatoWeb. The report says Chelsea are open to letting the 23-year-old leave in the winter window.

Gusto joined Chelsea from Lyon in 2023 and has impressed at times, but he has not started any of Chelsea's last six Premier League games. According to the report, he wants regular football to stay in contention with France.

Como, described as the surprise package of the Champions League this season after a record-breaking 9-1 win at Lens, are looking to strengthen Cesc Fabregas' squad for the second half of the campaign. Milan, Atletico Madrid and RB Leipzig are also keeping a close eye on the Frenchman, and a race could start if Chelsea decide to sell.

The report adds that Milan have been short of options at right-back, with Alexis Saelemaekers out long-term and Ruben Amorim using Yunus Musah there in recent weeks. Gusto's attacking ability, age and potential are cited as making him one of the most appealing players likely to be available in January.