Verona has officially announced the arrival of Armel Bella-Kotchap, a 21-year-old German defender. The player arrives on loan with an option to buy from Southampton.

Who is Bella-Kotchap?

Bella-Kotchap is a central defender with a right foot, born in Paris on December 11, 2001. He has played for Borussia Mönchengladbach, Unterrath, and Duisburg.

Bella-Kotchap's career

He made his debut as a starter in the championship match against Erzgebirge Aue in 2019. In the 2020/21 season, he won the 2. Bundesliga, earning promotion to the top league.

The deal figures

The loan fee has been set at 500 thousand euros plus 7 million for the buyout option.

StatValue
Age21 years
NationalityGerman
PositionCentral defender
Loan500 thousand euros + 7 million buyout