​Reports are surfacing that Como is prepared to improve their opening €20 million offer for Galatasaray and Colombia international defender Davinson Sanchez, who will turn 31 this weekend. Italian outlets had previously suggested that the Lariani had shifted their focus to the experienced center-back after stepping back from Chelsea’s Trevoh Chalobah.
According to La Gazzetta dello Sport, Como has already submitted an initial proposal to Galatasaray totaling around €20 million, including add-ons. However, this figure may fall short of Galatasaray’s expectations, as the Turkish club is said to be seeking closer to €25-30 million, particularly in light of Sanchez’s standout 2026 World Cup campaign with Colombia.
Adding to the challenge is Sanchez’s substantial salary, which exceeds €3 million per season on a net basis, a figure that could pose difficulties for Como as they negotiate a deal. The Turkish Super Lig often can offer more generous wage packages than Serie A due to differences in taxation, making a move to Istanbul potentially financially appealing for the player.
Galatasaray signed Sanchez from Tottenham Hotspur in 2023 for €9.5 million, a purchase that followed his transfer from Ajax to Spurs for €42 million six years earlier. The bargaining dynamics are complicated by the player’s age, form, and the financial structures of both clubs and leagues, which influence how a deal might be shaped and valued.
For Como, the objective remains clear: secure a proven, high-caliber defender who can enhance their domestic aspirations and European ambitions. Yet the path to finalizing such a move will hinge on whether the Ligue 1-style market realities in Turkey, including wage considerations and the perceived resale value of Sanchez, align with Como’s strategic budget and long-term plans. As negotiations unfold, all eyes will be on whether Como can bridge the gap between their opening €20 million offer and Galatasaray’s €25-30 million target, while also ensuring the financials of the deal are sustainable for the Italian club.