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3 days ago
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Como Manager Explains Decision To Turn Down Inter Milan Approach: 'Signed 4-Year Contract For A Reason'
Como Manager Explains Decision To Turn Down Inter Milan Approach: 'Signed 4-Year Contract For A Reason' Como's head coach, Cesc Fabregas, has explained his decision to turn down an approach from Inter Milan earlier this summer. During a recent interview via FCInterNews, the Spaniard reiterated his commitment to Como's project. Advertisement Inter parted company with Simone Inzaghi at the end of the European club season. Despite the club's best effort to keep him at San Siro, the 49-year-old chose Al-Hilal's lucrative offer. And with the 2025 FIFA World Cup around the corner, the Nerazzurri had little time to find a replacement. Cesc Fabregas had been the club's first choice. Indeed, the 38-year-old has become one of Europe's most exciting young coaches after just one year at Como. Fabregas helped the Lariani secure Serie A survival in their first season back in the top flight in 20 years. However, the former Arsenal manager rejected the Nerazzurri out of loyalty to Como. Advertisement Therefore, Inter turned to Cristian Chivu. Cesc Fabregas Explains Why He Turned Down Inter Milan VENICE, ITALY – DECEMBER 08: Manager of Como Cesc Fabregas during the Serie A match between Venezia and Como at Stadio Pier Luigi Penzo on December 08, 2024 in Venice, Italy. (Photo by) 'I'm very happy here,' he admitted. 'I've said that to the club from day one, and I believe I've always been very honest. I listened to people – not just with the idea of leaving.' Then, he confirmed he never second-guessed his decision to stay at Stadio Giuseppe Sinigaglia. 'I'm very curious and sincere. I never had any doubts. And I'm very close to the president and sporting director Carlalberto Ludi. Advertisement 'I signed a four-year contract, and you do not do that unless you believe in a solid project.' Fabregas' rejection was a bitter pill to swallow. Yet, Inter reacted quickly to sign Chivu. The 44-year-old failed to impress at the Club World Cup, as Inter crashed out in the opening knockout round. However, the Romanian has plenty of time to prepare his team for the new season. Indeed, the squad will start preparing for the upcoming campaign tomorrow.
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3 days ago
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🚨Official: Joan Gamper Trophy opponent confirmed
On the upcoming August 10, Cesc Fábregas's Como will be the guest at the Joan Gamper will be the 60th edition of the Joan Gamper Trophy, which will serve for Barça to present itself to its fans, although it will not be at Camp Nou or Montjuic. It will be at the Johan Cruyff and Como will be the guest club for this special edition with former Barça players like Fábregas or Sergi Roberto among others. This article was translated into English by Artificial Intelligence. You can read the original version in 🇪🇸 here. 📸 Eric Alonso - 2024 Getty Images
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3 days ago
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FC Barcelona Makes Big Official Announcement To Culers
Spanish soccer giant FC Barcelona made a big announcement via an email sent to members of the press ... More on Tuesday morning in Catalonia. Spanish soccer giant FC Barcelona made a big announcement via an email sent to members of the press on Tuesday morning in Catalonia. In short, the club revealed that Italian outfit Como will be its rival in the 60th edition of the Joan Gamper Trophy Match which typically kicks off the season after the first team has returned from a preseason tour which often takes place in Asia - as it will in 2025 - or the United States. 'Como 1907, the Italian Serie A team of former Barça players Cesc Fabregas and Sergi Roberto, will be the rival of the 60th edition of the Joan Gamper Trophy, Festa del Gamper Estrella Damm, which will be played on August 10th from 9:00 p.m. at the Johan Cruyff Stadium,' the club confirmed. Barca mentioned how initially the match was scheduled to be played at its Spotify Camp Nou home. Up to 60,000 punters were expected to fill a good part of the stadium that will allegedly hold 105,000 spectators when its renovation which started in the spring of 2023 has been completed. After the necessary licenses and permits weren't granted by Barcelona City Council, however, Barca had to cancel its plan and arrange to hold the Gamper at the Johan Cruyff Stadium which has just 6,000 seats. 'The match against Como will be preceded by the presentation of Hansi Flick's team as part of the 'Gamper Estrella Damm Party' and will take place after the dispute of three friendlies on the occasion of the Summer Tour that will take them to Japan to face Vissel Kobe and later to South Korea to play against FC Seoul and Daegu FC. The match against the Italian team will also be the last test before the start of the official League competition on August 16 against Mallorca,' Barca further explained. "This match will be marked by a historical event, as it will be the first duel between FC Barcelona and Como. The two clubs, with 125 and 118 years of history, respectively, had not met before in an official match or a friendly. On the other hand, Como 1907 will be the ninth Italian team to take part in the trophy for the Barça club. In the 59 previous editions, there have been fourteen participations by transalpine teams in a ranking led by Sampdoria and AC Milan (3), FC Internazionale and Juventus (2), and Naples, Parma, AS Roma and Brescia (1)," were further statements made on the history behind the fixture. Barca complimented Como by saying that it was a revelation last season in the Italian Serie A after finishing in 10th upon its return to the top flight. Como has FC Barcelona links Barca also said that Como "has the advantage of having former Blaugrana players Cesc Fabregas as head coach, and former captain Sergi Roberto, who joined Como in August 2024 after eighteen years at FC Barcelona. The squad also includes defender Alex Valle, a youth player who also made his debut with the Blaugrana first team in a friendly match,' it concluded.
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4 days ago
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Alvaro Morata links up with former Spain teammate in Serie A return
Former Real Madrid and Atletico Madrid striker Alvaro Morata will be back in Serie A next season but with a new challenge. The 32-year-old has endured a frustrating 2025 on the back of a superb 2024 as he captained Spain to the UEFA Euro 2024 title. In a bold move, he opted to leave Atletico Madrid and join AC Milan ahead of the 2024/25 season in a move he later admitted regret over making. After struggling for consistency at the San Siro, he was loaned to Galatasaray mid-season, and won the Turkish title. However, Galatasaray are not looking to keep him, and there is no place back at AC Milan, as he options begin to narrow. Image via AFP. Morata is no stranger to moving around and he is on course for another change as former Spain teammate Cesc Fabregas looks to lure him to Como. Fabregas enjoyed a solid first-ever season coaching in Serie A and reports from Marca indicate he wants to bring in Morata on a season-long loan for 2025/26 to add experience to his attack. Morata is open to the change, if AC Milan can agree a wage sharing package with Como for the next 12 months, as he aims to lead Spain's attack at the World Cup in 2026. Luis de la Fuente has consistently backed Morata as his captain, after some poor recent showings for the national side, and a missed penalty in their Nations League final loss to Portugal. De la Fuente admitted he is unsure if Morata will be involved in September's camp, as World Cup qualification kicks off, with the decision left to his No.7. If Fabregas can reignited him, Morata's role with Spain remains vital, as the focal point in between the electric duo of Lamine Yamal and Nico Williams in the La Roja front line.
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18-07-2025
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Perrone seals £13m permanent Como move
Manchester City have sold midfielder Maximo Perrone to Italian side Como in a deal worth up to £13m. The 22-year-old Argentine made only two senior appearances after joining City from Velez Sarafield for about £8m in January 2023. Perrone spent the 2023-24 season on loan at Las Palmas in La Liga and the 2024-25 campaign at Como, making 26 appearances and helping them finish 10th in Italy's top flight under former Arsenal and Chelsea midfielder Cesc Fabregas. It is understood the deal includes a 30% sell-on clause and a buy-back option for City. "My time at Manchester City has come to an end but I'd like to thank everyone at the club for their support and guidance," said Perrone. "I am excited for this new adventure and I wish Pep Guardiola and the players every success in the future."
