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Como president Mirwan Suwarso has acknowledged that head coach Cesc Fabregas could one day leave the Serie A club to manage former sides Arsenal or Chelsea, amid growing interest in the Spaniard following his rapid rise in management.
Suwarso said it would be unrealistic for the club to ignore mounting speculation linking Fabregas with elite European jobs, as the former Spain international continues to impress in his first senior coaching role.
The 38-year-old, who played for both ARSENAL and Chelsea during a decorated career, has guided Como into an unlikely push for Champions League qualification this season, elevating the club’s profile across Europe.
Fabregas initially took charge on an interim basis in 2023 before being appointed permanently, and has since overseen a sharp upward trajectory for the Lombardy side, including a top-half finish last season and notable wins against traditional Serie A powerhouses.
His success has not gone unnoticed. Reports in recent months have linked him with clubs such as Inter Milan and Bayer Leverkusen, while pundits have increasingly tipped him as a future managerial candidate for Arsenal, where he previously served as captain.
‘Cesc is really very important for us, but we would be stupid not to think that one day he could go to ARSENAL, Barcelona or Chelsea,’ Como’s chief told Italian outlet Revista Undici.
‘If he continues to win with us or in any case to be successful, even if I cannot speak for him, I believe he could have bigger dreams. Having said that, I hope that as long as he is here he will help us create a success plan also for those who will have to replace him.
‘For me, when he leaves, if he ever leaves, he should be the one to choose who will take his place. He should be involved in the choice.
‘Being a member of the Board of Football, he will have to help us appoint the next coach.’
Fabregas, who is also part of Como’s board, has previously spoken about building a lasting legacy at the club, suggesting any departure would come only after establishing a sustainable sporting project.
For now, however, Como remain focused on their on-field ambitions, with the team currently occupying a top-four position in Serie A and pushing for European qualification
DOWMAN TAKING PISS OUT OF RIVALS
Arsenal’s teenage sensation Max Dowman continues to dominate headlines after former Manchester United midfielder Nicky Butt reportedly compared the youngster to Brazil legend Kaka, adding to the growing hype surrounding one of English football’s brightest emerging talents.
Dowman, just 16 years old, has enjoyed a remarkable breakthrough season at ARSENAL, culminating in a record-breaking moment when he became the youngest goalscorer in Premier League history. His dramatic late strike against Everton not only secured victory but also cemented his status as one of the most exciting prospects in the game.
The comparison to Kaka—widely regarded as one of the most elegant attacking midfielders of his generation—centres on Dowman’s playing style. The ARSENAL youngster is known for his powerful running, technical quality, and composure in the final third, traits that mirror the Brazilian’s hallmark attributes during his peak years.
Such praise has been echoed across the football world, with several pundits and former players drawing parallels between Dowman and elite-level talent: ‘Do you know who he reminds me of? Kaka,’ Butt told The Good the Bad and the Football.
‘I know he’s left-footed but his balance, he’s smooth, he’s a big lad. He’s just so talented, He took control of the game, he was teasing players, just touching it close to him, basically taking the p**s out of seasoned Premier League players.’
Butt continued: ‘It’s ridiculous, at 16 years of age, your body is not ready for it, your mentality is not ready for it, you think you are good but you are nowhere near the level.
‘I got my debut at 17, it wasn’t because I was good enough. It was a little reward in a rubbish game because you’d been doing so well in the youth team. “Well done son, go and let your mum and dad watch you, but come back in two years.”
‘But he could start now, he is taking control of football matches.
Dowman’s rapid ascent has been nothing short of extraordinary. Having already made Champions League history as the competition’s youngest player, he has seamlessly transitioned from academy football to the senior stage, displaying confidence and intelligence rarely seen at his age. Teammates and pundits alike have praised not only his ability but also his mentality, with his performances reportedly inspiring those around him.
However, voices of experience have urged a measured approach. Former England captain Wayne Rooney has highlighted the challenges of early fame, advising that young players like Dowman should be shielded from excessive media attention as they continue their development.
For ARSENAL, the emergence of Dowman represents both an opportunity and a responsibility. Comparisons to icons such as Kaka will inevitably fuel excitement among supporters, but the club’s priority remains ensuring that their prodigious talent is nurtured carefully
KVARATSKHELIA UPDATE GIVEN
Arsenal’s interest in Paris Saint-Germain winger Khvicha Kvaratskhelia has surfaced as one of the more intriguing storylines of the current transfer rumour cycle, but any potential deal appears highly unlikely at this stage.
According to well-known transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, the North London club are among several admirers of the Georgian international, though Paris Saint-Germain have no intention of sanctioning a sale.
Kvaratskhelia, who has continued to build on his reputation as one of Europe’s most dynamic wide players, is understood to be firmly part of PSG’s long-term project. Since arriving in Paris, the attacker has impressed with his direct dribbling, creativity, and ability to influence games in the final third—qualities that have naturally attracted attention from top clubs across the continent, including ARSENAL.
Romano reports that while Arsenal’s appreciation of the player is genuine, there have been no advanced talks or formal negotiations. More significantly, PSG’s stance is described as “closed” when it comes to offers for Kvaratskhelia, signaling that the French champions view him as untouchable in the current market.
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta is believed to be keen on adding further depth and versatility to his attacking options, particularly with the club competing at the highest level domestically and in Europe.
Kvaratskhelia’s profile—capable of operating across the front line while offering elite one-on-one ability—would fit seamlessly into Arteta’s system. However, the financial and sporting barriers to such a deal remain considerable.
PSG, under their current sporting strategy, have placed increased emphasis on building a younger, more cohesive squad rather than selling key assets. Letting Kvaratskhelia leave, especially without a compelling sporting or financial reason, would contradict that approach.
Sources close to the situation suggest the club would only reconsider their position in the face of an extraordinary offer, something Arsenal are not currently preparing.
For now, the situation appears to be one of admiration rather than actionable transfer movement. ARSENAL will likely continue monitoring Kvaratskhelia’s progress, but unless PSG soften their stance or circumstances change dramatically, a move remains firmly in the realm of speculation rather than reality.
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