Cesc Fabregas has been appointed the new head coach of Serie A club Como, having previously worked as their assistant head coach.
Fabregas has signed a four-year deal with Como, who last season got promoted back to Italy’s top flight after a 21-year absence.
“Como 1907 is delighted to confirm that @cesc4official will become head coach of the men’s team on a four-year contract,” the club said in a statement.
“As planned Osian Roberts will now be fully focused on his role as Head of Development for Como 1907, tasked with creating a Como Culture within the organisation including coach education and player development plans.“
“I am so happy to be starting this season as head coach and I thank the ownership group for trusting me with this position,” said ex-Arsenal, Chelsea and Barcelona midfielder Fabregas.
“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.”
The 37-year-old who won the World Cup with Spain in 2010, spent the second half of last season working as an assistant to Welsh caretaker boss Osian Roberts, who has now become Como’s head of development.
Fabregas previously managed five matches as Como’s caretaker boss between November and December 2023.
They face 36-time Serie A winners Juventus on their return to the top flight on 19 August.
