Cesc Fabregas, the midfield maestro, is rapidly establishing himself as a managerial force, and his current club president openly admits it’s only a matter of time before bigger opportunities arise.
Mirwan Suwarso, president of Como, acknowledges the inevitability of interest from elite clubs, specifically naming former haunts like Arsenal, Chelsea, and Barcelona as potential destinations for the Spaniard.
Fabregas has orchestrated a remarkable turnaround at Como, guiding them to their highest Serie A finish in decades – ninth place – in his debut season, and currently positioning them for an even stronger result this term.
This success is particularly astounding considering Como wasn’t even a Serie A team when Fabregas arrived as an assistant manager, making his ascent to a senior managerial role a story of rapid and impressive growth.
Suwarso understands that continued success will fuel Fabregas’ ambitions, stating it would be “stupid” to believe he wouldn’t entertain offers from his previous clubs.
The president also emphasized a desire for Fabregas to have a lasting impact on Como, hoping he’ll play a key role in identifying and mentoring his successor when the time comes.
Fabregas’ playing career was defined by brilliance at Arsenal, where he rose through the ranks from Barcelona’s academy to become a pivotal figure for the Gunners.
A return to Barcelona followed, yielding significant silverware including La Liga titles and a Club World Cup, before a highly successful five-year stint at Chelsea brought two Premier League titles and a Europa League trophy.
Chelsea, in fact, considered Fabregas as a potential replacement for a recently departed manager, but ultimately chose a different path, a decision that may be revisited given recent struggles.
While Arsenal’s manager currently appears secure, the pressure to deliver a Premier League title remains intense, and the club could conceivably be drawn to a figure with Fabregas’ history and understanding of the club’s DNA.
Barcelona, however, seems settled with their current manager, who has recently secured a contract extension, seemingly closing the door – for now – on a return for the legendary midfielder.
Suwarso’s candid assessment paints a picture of a manager on the cusp of greatness, a talent too significant to remain hidden for long, and a future potentially filled with leading some of Europe’s biggest clubs.
