Como president reveals Fabregas rejected Napoli approach before Allegri appointment
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Como president Mirwan Suwarso disclosed that head coach Cesc Fabregas turned down an approach from Napoli before the club appointed Massimiliano Allegri as their new manager.
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Attributed to original sourceComo president Mirwan Suwarso has revealed that Cesc Fabregas rejected approaches from three Italian clubs in recent months, including Napoli, before deciding to remain with the newly-promoted Champions League side.
Fabregas has become central to Como’s ambitious project after guiding the club through a remarkable period of growth, and Suwarso made it clear that the former Arsenal and Barcelona midfielder is not looking for a new challenge.
“Several clubs have already asked about him, at least three in recent months, but he has refused,” Suwarso told La Stampa, via CalcioMercato . “One of them was Napoli, as had already been written in some local newspapers. The other two? One is Italian, but I won’t say anything else.”
The Spanish coach had also been linked with other Serie A opportunities, including the Inter job in 2025 before Cristian Chivu was appointed, but ultimately chose to continue building at Como.
CREMONA, ITALY – MAY 24: Cesc Fabregas coach of Como 1907 reacts during the Serie A match between US Cremonese and Como 1907 at Stadio Giovanni Zini on May 24, 2026 in Cremona, Italy. (Photo by Marco M. Mantovani/Getty Images) Suwarso confirms Fabregas turned down three Italian clubs as Como prepare for UCL The club president also reflected on the rapid transformation of Como following their historic Champions League qualification.
“We wanted to do better than the previous year, but we didn’t think we would get this far,” Suwarso said. “Being in the Champions League allows us to improve our financial position. At the same time, we have to speed things up because we expected to reach this objective in a few years.”
Como are now focused on maximising their opportunity among Europe’s elite while maintaining the sustainable approach that has taken them from Serie B outsiders to Champions League contenders.
“We are the Italian team that has registered the highest growth rate in the value of our players: in two seasons we have gone from €60 million to €389 million,” Suwarso added.
“Commercially we grow by 300% every year. We are still the newcomers, but I would like to find another club that has grown as quickly as us.”
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What happened
Como president Mirwan Suwarso revealed that Cesc Fabregas, currently managing Como in Serie A, was approached by Napoli regarding their vacant coaching position. Fabregas declined the opportunity, and Napoli subsequently appointed Massimiliano Allegri. The disclosure highlights Fabregas's commitment to Como's project and provides context for Napoli's managerial search that ultimately ended with Allegri's arrival. The revelation underscores the growing reputation of both Fabregas as a coach and Como as an ambitious club attracting top-tier interest.
Chance analysis
This is significant for understanding the managerial landscape in Serie A. Fabregas's rejection signals his commitment to Como's long-term project, which is positive for Como's stability and continuity. For Napoli, it confirms they explored multiple options before settling on Allegri, an experienced but defensively-oriented coach. The story has indirect implications for tactical approaches across Serie A, as Allegri's appointment represents a clear philosophical shift for Napoli compared to the possession-based style Fabregas might have brought.
Como secures coaching stability with Fabregas committed; Napoli opts for Allegri's experience over Fabregas's developmental approach.
Como retains their head coach and tactical identity; Napoli's appointment of Allegri over Fabregas suggests a preference for experienced pragmatism over developing attacking philosophy.