Como have announced the appointment of Cesc Fabregas as head coach after he completed his coaching badges.
The former Arsenal and Chelsea player, 37, was firstly a caretaker manager then a No.2 as Como returned to the Serie A after a 21-year absence.
Fabregas, who is also part-owner, will now lead the club in the top flight next season after signing a four-year contract.
He 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.
Como appointmented Cesc Fabregas as head coach after he completed his coaching badges
The former Arsenal and Chelsea player, 37, was firstly a caretaker manager then a No.2
‘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.’
Mirwan Suwarso, official representative of the ownership group added: ‘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.’
Como, who are owned by the Hartono brothers, are currently the richest club in the Italian league.
As they look to maintain their status in the Serie A next season,they have turned towards the free agency market for help.
Fabregas helped Como return to Serie A last season after a 21-year absence
Como are on the verge of completing the signings of Raphael Varane on a free from Manchester United and Pau Lopez from Marseille.
Just five years ago the club were languishing in the fourth-tier of Italian football having recovered from bankruptcy, before undergoing one of the most remarkable resurgences in recent memory.
In 2022 World Cup-winning midfielder Fabregas arrived at the club on a free transfer from Monaco, playing the final season of his illustrious career at the club before becoming assistant manager and part-owner this season.
