For Como, one of the most defining moments is the appointment of Cesc Fabregas as head coach—a move famously linking the legacy of a player with fresh coaching duties. His tenure indeed raised the on-field performance bar quite high for Como and instilled new hopes of success and stability.
Cesc Fàbregas is a well-known player in Europe who has transitioned well into coaching at Como. He brings along the experience and some tactical awareness that most likely will shape Como’s approach and help it prepare for the rigors of Serie A football.
Como’s Ambitious Ascent: Cesc Fabregas Has Serie A In His Sights
Cesc Fabregas—the former Arsenal, Barcelona, and Chelsea midfielder—has increased his role to head coach at Como, where he doesn’t just coach but also acts as a minority shareholder. Well, if one will call that a journey, considering he ended his playing career at Como back in 2023 and moved quite fast into coaching.
For Fabregas, it’s not only about surviving; he wants Como to be one of the teams in the top flight that can fight against the best in Italy. Como is pulling together a team that will shake Serie A with signings like Pepe Reina, possibly with others such as Raphael Varane.
Fabregas was Como’s assistant and interim coach last term as they won promotion to Serie A. Como rose from seventh to third in Serie B under Fabregas’s management before Osian Roberts took interim charge in December.
The former Arsenal and Chelsea midfielder remained behind the scenes but continued to assist Roberts as Como won automatic promotion with a second-place finish in the league. Now, as Roberts moves upstairs to head of development, Fabregas is primed to take Como into Serie A.
The former Spanish player said:
I’m so excited to start this season as head coach, thanking the ownership group for their belief in him. “It’s going to be a tough season, but myself and my staff are ready. We believe in what we can achieve.
Fabregas has wasted no time in molding his team into shape. Como’s first signing under the stewardship of Fabregas is none other than Alberto Moreno, a defender with vast experience from Liverpool, Sevilla, and Villareal. Alberto brings speed, agility, and technical prowess. He was full of praise for his recruit. Moreno was confident his skills would be vital in facing the challenges ahead.
Looking Ahead
Looking ahead, Como is making some strategic moves in the transfer market to strengthen their squad for Serie A. They have already signed Pepe Reina and are now eyeing former Manchester United and Real Madrid defender Raphael Varane as their next big addition.
While Fabregas is getting ready for the next season, Como wants not just to survive but to thrive in Serie A. It’s a big step up, and Fabregas hopes the right tone will be set right from their first pre-season game against Las Palmas on July 20.
Reflecting on his new role, Fabregas said,
It’s truly humbling to be in this position as head coach. The club has big ambitions, which are very close to my heart, and I just view this as the beginning of our journey.
Mirwan Suwarso from the ownership group followed up by saying,
Fabregas has already contributed so much through his experience and passion. We are very excited about this upcoming season and believe in his leadership.
Cesc Fabregas, who built a very illustrious playing career across top European clubs, now moves into coaching at Como. His experience and tactical acumen will form Como’s approach as they prepare for the challenge of Serie A football.
The ambitions of Fabregas in Como do not just stop at survival; they reach as far as establishing themselves in top-flight and duking it out with the best Italy has to offer. With the signing of Pepe Reina and potential additions along the lines of Raphael Varane, Como is stitching up a team that will shake Serie A.
This makes the appointment of Cesc Fabregas as Como’s head coach a very important moment in the club’s life, where he combined his playing legacy with new coaching responsibilities. His tenure is, therefore, going to secure a higher level of performance on the pitch for Como and inspire new traditions of success and stability.
