Cesc Fabregas to leave Como after all? Ex-Arsenal star agrees RB Leipzig move after Jurgen Klopp meetings but Serie A side refuse to let him go

After a successful 2024-25 campaign with Como, where he helped the Italian side finish 10th in Serie A, Fabregas has been in demand, attracting interest from several top European sides. One such club is Bundesliga side RB Leipzig, who are in search of a new head coach.

According to Sky Sports in Germany, Fabregas has reportedly given his verbal consent to join the German side this summer after holding talks with Red Bull's Head of Global Soccer, Jurgen Klopp. However, it is unlikely that the Spaniard will be managing the Saxons next season as Como have rejected every offer that has come their way for Fabregas.

Fabregas was earlier linked with a move to Bayer Leverkusen to replace Xabi Alonso, but the former Bundesliga champions later appointed ex-Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag as their new head coach.

Fabregas is likely to return to Barcelona this summer, as Como could be invited to take part in the Joan Gamper Trophy during the pre-season.