Cesc Fabregas has been appointed head coach of Serie A club Como, having previously served as their assistant head coach.
The 37-year-old has signed a four-year contract with Como, who were promoted to Italy’s top flight last season after a 21-year hiatus.
Fabregas, who concluded his playing career at Como last year, is stepping into his first full managerial role. He previously took charge of five matches as the club’s caretaker manager between November and December 2023.
“I am so happy to be starting this season as head coach and I thank the ownership group for trusting me with this position,” said ex-Arsenal, Chelsea and Barcelona midfielder Fabregas.
“I share the ambitions of the group and believe this is just the start of where this club can go.
“It’s going to be a tough and important season but myself and the rest of the coaching staff are ready and we all believe.”
Fabregas, who won the World Cup with Spain in 2010, spent the second half of last season working as an assistant to Welsh caretaker boss Osian Roberts, who has now become Como’s head of development.
They face 36-time Serie A winners Juventus on their return to the top flight on 19 August.