Fabregas steps up to become Como coach

Cesc Fabregas was today named manager of Serie A newboys Como, signing a four-year deal.

Fabregas was assistant to Welshman Osain Roberts last season as Como secured promotion to the top flight after a 22-year absence but will now assume the top job.

Roberts will take on the role he was always intended for, that of the club’s head of development.

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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. I share the ambitions of the group and believe this is just the start of where this club can go. 

“It’s going to be a tough and important season but myself and the rest of the coaching staff are ready and we all believe.”

Fabregas is also shareholder in the club, as is his former Arsenal team-mate Thierry Henry.

Spokesperson for the ownership group Mirwan Suwarso said: “It’s an honour for us to officially appoint Cesc as head coach. The impact of his knowledge, experience and passion is already evident in the success of last season and the evolution of our playing style. 

“We believe that this is just the start though and look forward to continuing working with Cesc this season and for many years to come.

“We would like to take this opportunity to thank Osh for the brilliant job he did last season as he steps into the role of player and coach development and a key architect for the future success of our club.”