Exhibit (n)

CONSENT OF INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM

We hereby consent to the incorporation by reference in this Registration Statement on Form N-2 of our report dated June 29, 2026, relating to the financial statements and financial highlights of Variant Alternative Lending Fund, which are included in Form N-CSR for the year ended April 30, 2026, and to the references to our firm under the headings “Financial Highlights” and “Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm; Legal Counsel” in the Prospectus and “Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm; Legal Counsel” and “Financial Statements” in the Statement of Additional Information.

/s/ Cohen & Company, Ltd.

COHEN & COMPANY, LTD.

Cleveland, Ohio

July 22, 2026