Dele Alli, born on April 11, 1996, in Milton Keynes, England, is a professional footballer who plays as an attacking midfielder for Italian Serie A club Como.
Career Highlights:
- Early Career: Alli began his professional career with Milton Keynes Dons, making his debut in the 2012–13 season. Over two and a half years, he made 88 appearances and scored 24 goals.
- Tottenham Hotspur: In February 2015, Alli signed with Tottenham Hotspur for an initial fee of £5 million, remaining with MK Dons on loan for the rest of the season. He won the PFA Young Player of the Year in his first two seasons at Tottenham and was named in the PFA Team of the Year both times.
- Everton and Loan to Beşiktaş: Alli joined Everton in January 2022 but struggled to find form, making only 13 appearances. He was loaned to Turkish club Beşiktaş for the 2022–23 season, scoring two goals in 13 appearances.
- Move to Como: In January 2025, Alli signed an 18-month contract with Italian Serie A club Como.
Recent Developments:
Alli’s return to competitive football after a 748-day absence was marred by a red card just ten minutes into his debut for Como against AC Milan on March 15, 2025. After coming on as a substitute, he fouled Ruben Loftus-Cheek, leading to a VAR-reviewed red card.