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Topics: Cesc Fabregas, Premier League, Chelsea, Football, Eden Hazard
Ben McCrum
Topics: Cesc Fabregas, Premier League, Chelsea, Football, Eden Hazard
Cesc Fabregas could make his much-awaited return to the Premier League after his impressive spell as Como manager.
In July 2024, Italian club Como confirmed that Fabregas had been promoted to become the club's permanent head coach on a four-year deal following the club's promotion to the Serie A.
The Premier League legend had previously served as both assistant and caretaker manager, with his impressive performances leading to him taking charge full-time.
Since then, Fabregas has continued to impress with Como, leading to various links with a return to the Premier League as the manager of a top club.
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It is expected that several clubs will enquire about his availability in the summer, and one Premier League legend has suggested he may know which club is most likely to secure Fabregas' signature.
During his playing career, Fabregas represented multiple clubs in England, playing for both Arsenal and London rivals Chelsea for several seasons.
But, according to fellow Chelsea legend Eden Hazard, it's the blue side of London that could be Fabregas' next destination once he leaves Como.
Speaking to Italian outlet Gazetta dello sport, Hazard revealed that he has remained in touch with his former teammate and believes that he is 'destined' to become one of the best managers in the world.
"I'll be honest. We talked a bit over the summer. I told him he was one of the best midfielders in history and that he's destined to become one of the best coaches too," Hazard claimed.
"I explained that it was time for him to return to Chelsea, and he joked about it, but I really think so.
"He loves football, he knows everything about the game. I'm a Chelsea fan and I want the best for the club: that's why I dream of seeing Cesc on the bench, while I'm in the stands, behind him, enjoying the show."
Of course, for Fabregas to be appointed in the summer, or any other time for that matter, it would require current Chelsea manager Liam Rosenior to leave his role.
Rosenior joined Chelsea in January following former manager Enzo Maresca's dramatic exit from the club, and has impressed so far.
Chelsea have won six of their first eight games under the former Strasbourg boss, with their only defeats coming to London rivals Arsenal in both legs of their of their Carabao Cup semi-final clash.