Market in motion for Como

Cesc Fàbregas' project doesn't stop, and Como 1907 remains active in the transfer market with an eye on their first European experience. The Spanish coach assured that the club "is working well" while they are close to finalizing the signings of Trevoh Chalobah and Yan Couto, two reinforcements aimed at strengthening the defense.

Reinforcements that provide solidity

The Lombard team has already added Luis Milla, Mattia Liberali, and Kaiki, the latter on loan, but the priority is to strengthen the back line. Chalobah, who comes off a solid season at Chelsea, was the second defender with the most duels won (172) and also stood out in interceptions (45) and recoveries (25). Couto, for his part, shone at Borussia Dortmund as an alternative to Julian Ryerson, generating 26 goal-scoring opportunities and being the second defender with the most completed dribbles.

The Spanish coach, who knows every detail of the process, preferred to remain cautious: "Obviously, I know everything, every step, every minute, and every moment. I'm not going to say anything. We are working well, it is clear where we want to strengthen the squad, and little by little we want to do it the right way. Whoever arrives, will arrive. We'll talk later, now is not the time." The statement reflects the strategy of a club that seeks to grow with steady steps and without rushing.

High-level friendlies

Meanwhile, Como is preparing for their fine-tuning with high-profile friendlies against Arsenal and Liverpool, before starting Serie A on August 22 against Udinese. The challenge is enormous, to establish themselves in the local championship and face their debut in the Champions League with ambition. The management and coaching staff know that every addition can make a difference in a season that promises to be historic for the Lombard club.

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