Cesc Fàbregas is determined to raise the level of Como, and to do so, he has his sights set on a player he knows well: Ansu Fati.
Since taking over as coach of the Italian team, Fàbregas has sought to build a competitive squad. Now, with the upcoming winter transfer window, he has a golden opportunity to strengthen the attack with talent and youth.
Ansu Fati, who has been struggling with a lack of minutes under Hansi Flick at Barcelona, could be Como’s winter surprise. Flick wants him out due to his frequent injuries and a lack of conviction in his current form.
According to information from the Spanish newspaper “Defensa Central”, Fàbregas’ interest in Ansu Fati is not surprising, especially for those familiar with the former player’s background.
Both Fàbregas and Fati share a connection to Barcelona, and Fàbregas sees in the young forward the potential his team needs to excel in Serie A.
At Como, Fàbregas already has experienced players like Pepe Reina, Sergi Roberto, and Nico Paz, with whom he has worked to strengthen various areas of the team.
However, the team’s attacking power has yet to reach the level Fàbregas aspires to, and Ansu Fati could be the perfect addition to solve this issue.
Fati’s situation at Barcelona has become delicate. Since Hansi Flick’s arrival, the young forward has struggled to find a permanent spot in the starting lineup and has seen other players earn more minutes in attack.
This situation has created frustration for both the player and the club, with Deco viewing a potential loan as a suitable opportunity to help restore Fati’s confidence and provide him with more playing time in an environment where he feels valued.
According to sources close to the club, Fàbregas has already started talks with Deco to assess the feasibility of this loan. While nothing has been finalized, the idea is to loan Fati without an option to buy, allowing him to return to Barcelona in the future after gaining valuable experience in a competitive league like Serie A.
In Serie A, Fati will encounter a different style of play, along with the full support of a coach who knows and appreciates him. For Barcelona, this loan represents an opportunity for Fati to rediscover the level of promise he showed early in his career.
The newspaper concluded that the injury the Spanish player recently suffered may complicate the situation regarding his departure, but Fàbregas remains adamant about bringing the Spanish winger to Como in January.