Dele Alli is back after 735 days: Ex-Tottenham star in contention for first appearance since February 2023 as Como prepare to end to injury nightmare

The former England international signed for the Serie A side in January and is yet to appear in the first team - but manager Cesc Fabregas has named him in the squad for Sunday's trip to the Stadio Olimpico, where he is likely to be a substitute.

Dele has not made a competitive appearance for 735 days, dating back to Besiktas' 0-0 draw with Antalyaspor in February 2023. He was previously heralded as one of the most talented English players of his generation and has 37 caps for the Three Lions, including a goal in the quarter-final of the 2018 World Cup against Sweden.

In July 2023, Dele was interviewed by Gary Neville for The Overlap, during which he revealed he had been sexually abused at the age of six and had spent time in rehab to recover from a sleeping pill addiction. He has since stated that he still has a desire to return to the highest level and believes he can play at the 2026 World Cup.

Como have won their last two matches to ease any relegation concerns and head to Roma in good spirits. They then host Venezia next week before travelling to AC Milan before the March international break.