Cesc Fabregas, the former Arsenal, Chelsea, and Barcelona midfielder, has taken on a new role as the head coach of Serie A club Como. This comes after serving as their assistant head coach last season. The Spanish player, now 37 years old, has signed a four-year deal with Como, who recently earned promotion back to Italy’s top flight after a 21-year absence.
Fabregas retired from playing football last year and has now stepped into his first full managerial role. Prior to this appointment, he had a brief stint as Como’s caretaker boss, managing five matches between November and December 2023. Expressing his excitement about the new position, Fabregas said, “I am so happy to be starting this season as head coach and I thank the ownership group for trusting me with this position.”
The ownership group shares Fabregas’ ambitions for the club and believes in its potential for growth. Fabregas added, “I share the ambitions of the group and believe this is just the start of where this club can go.” He is confident in his abilities and is ready to face the challenges that lie ahead.
During the second half of last season, Fabregas worked as an assistant to Welsh caretaker boss Osian Roberts. Roberts has now taken on a new role as Como’s head of development. The coaching staff, including Fabregas, is prepared for the upcoming season and has high hopes for the team’s performance.
Como’s return to the top flight will be marked by a match against Juventus, who have won the Serie A title 36 times. This will be a challenging and important game for Como, but Fabregas and his coaching staff are ready to face the competition.
Overall, this new role as head coach marks an exciting chapter in Fabregas’ career. As a former player with an impressive resume, including winning the World Cup with Spain in 2010, Fabregas brings a wealth of experience and knowledge to his coaching role. Como will benefit from his expertise as they aim to establish themselves in Serie A once again.