Fabregas retires as former Arsenal and Chelsea star turns to teaching
The 36-year-old performed final season in Italy for Serie B aspect Como, making 17 appearances, however has ended his two-year contract with the membership 12 months early to stroll away from his taking part in profession with speedy impact.
On the worldwide stage Fabregas earned 110 caps for Spain, lifting the World Cup in 2010 after offering the help fro Andres Iniesta’s winner within the ultimate, in addition to successful the European Championship in 2008 and 2012.
Fabregas made his Arsenal debut as a 16-year-old in 2003, spending eight years in north London earlier than making the transfer again to Barcelona. He returned to England in 2014 to affix Chelsea, successful the Premier League twice in a Blues shirt.
“It is with great sadness that the time has come for me to hang up my playing boots,” Fabregas wrote on social media.
“From my first days at Barca, Arsenal, Barca again, Chelsea, Monaco and Como, I will treasure them all. From lifting the World Cup, the Euros, to winning everything in England and Spain and nearly all the European trophies, it has been a journey that I’ll never forget.”
Fabregas frolicked again at Arsenal final season, working with the membership’s academy workers and spending time with U18s head coach Jack Wilshere. The Spaniard confirmed that he’ll stay at Como to proceed his teaching profession with the membership’s B crew and youth ranks.
“It’s not all sadness though as I’m now going to cross the white line and start coaching the B and Primavera teams of Como 1907,” Fabregas continued.
“A club and a project I couldn’t be more excited about. This charming football team won my heart from the first minute and came to me at the perfect time in my career. I will grab it with both hands.
“So after 20 incredible years full of sacrifice, dedication and joy, it’s time to say thank you and goodbye to the beautiful game.”