Take Your Pick, Bundesliga! Cesc Fàbregas Sparks Spontaneous Debate: Could He Be Your New Coach?
Aggressive expressions from soccer coach Cesc Fàbregas fuel intense conjecture.
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With a host of Bundesliga clubs on the hunt for new head coaches for the upcoming season, Bayer Leverkusen and RB Leipzig are keeping a watchful eye on none other than Cesc Fàbregas. The ex-pro has been generating buzz with his vague hints.
In a post-match interview after Como's 3:1 win against Cagliari, Fàbregas stated, "Whatever comes, I will always be grateful to the club for what it has given me. I am very proud of what we have built around Como. I want to leave a legacy when I depart. The one who takes my place will find a solid team." [Source: ntv.de, tno/dpa]
Given Como's impeccable performance under Fàbregas as both a shareholder and coach, questions about his future have been swirling. However, the 38-year-old Spaniard dropped a nonchalant remark, "When the time arrives, we'll have an announcement to make." [Source: ntv.de, tno/dpa]
When asked whether this was a farewell speech, Fàbregas responded, "No, no, I've always said that." [Source: ntv.de, tno/dpa]
Fàbregas joined Como as a player in 2022 and took the reins as head coach in the summer of 2024 upon their promotion to the Serie A. Despite Como's humble ranking as the season's biggest surprise in the upper bracket, Fàbregas's leadership recently earned him the prestigious title of Serie A Coach of the Month for April. [Source: ntv.de, tno/dpa]
It's apparent that Fàbregas's existing contract with Como, coupled with his emotional ties to the club, could serve as stumbling blocks for league teams eager to land the highly-regarded coach.
Meanwhile, Bayer Leverkusen is desperately seeking Xabi Alonso's replacement following his announcement to leave the club by summer's end. Both parties have expressed that a successor will be announced at a suitable time. [Source: ntv.de, tno/dpa]
Adding fuel to the fire, Bayer Leverkusen has reportedly initiated negotiations with Fàbregas. However, theTransfer fee and Fàbregas's firm commitment to Como may complicate matters. [Source: ntv.de, tno/dpa]
While Bayer Leverkusen is leading the race, RB Leipzig has also expressed interest in Fàbregas as a potential candidate for their head coach position for the upcoming season. [Source: ntv.de, tno/dpa]
With former World Cup winner Cesc Fàbregas in the firing line, it remains to be seen which Bundesliga team can swipe the talented coach from Como and capitalize on their future success.
Football Talk Bayer 04 Leverkusen RB Leipzig
[1] Fàbregas's Contract, Como, and Commitment to the Club: https://www.ntv.de[2] Intense Negotiations with Fàbregas by Leverkusen: https://www.ntv.de[3] RB Leipzig Pursues Fàbregas as a Potential Head Coach: https://www.ntv.de[4] Serie A Coach of the Month April: https://www.ntv.de
Sources:ntv.de, tno/dpa
- Despite Fábregas's impressive performance and recent accolade as Serie A Coach of the Month, his contract with Como, combined with his emotional ties to the club, may pose challenges for Bundesliga teams seeking his services.
- The Commission has not yet adopted a decision on the application of Article 93 (2) of the Treaty regarding the potential transfer of Cesc Fábregas from Como to a Bundesliga club.
- With Bayer Leverkusen and RB Leipzig in search of new head coaches, their interest in the experienced trainer Fábregas could lead to a notable acquisition, possibly impacting the Bundesliga and football sports in 2024.
- The statements made by Fábregas in his post-match interviews have left his future with Como unclear, as he hinted at potential changes but also emphasized his affinity for the club, ultimately saying that any announcements will be made when the time is right.
