Cesc Fabregas pointed out the similarities between Pep Guardiola and Jose Mourinho as the Como coach revealed his relationship with Arsene Wenger.
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Fabregas opened up on his footballing gurusSpoke extensively on Conte, Mourinho & GuardiolaLabelled Wenger as "the best" he has had Follow GOAL on WhatsApp! 🟢📱WHAT HAPPENED?
Fabregas, known for orchestrating play in midfield throughout his illustrious playing career, is now carving out his path in management with Italian club Como. Drawing from a deep well of experience under some of football's most iconic managers, the Spaniard has embraced the challenge of leading a team from the dugout with notable maturity and insight.
Since stepping into the role at Como, Fabregas has managed to stabilise the club in their return season to Italy’s top flight. Sitting comfortably in the mid-table, the club has shown resilience and growth under his leadership, evidence of a promising managerial future.
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Reflecting on the influences that have shaped his own coaching style, Fabregas spoke openly about his admiration for three of the most successful managers he has worked with: Pep Guardiola, Jose Mourinho, and Antonio Conte. While each has distinct tactical philosophies, Fabregas highlighted the common thread that binds them together – their relentless pursuit of success.
WHAT FABREGAS SAID
In an interview with Fabregas said: "Conte is a phenomenon, a phenomenon. I have learned so much from him. From his methodology and, above all, from his constant message, from his idea. Mourinho and Guardiola are different? On the field, perhaps, but off it, they are sick of victory; they have an incredible winning mentality and a notable ability to transfer it to the team. Antonio is made of the same stuff.”
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Yet, among all the managers who have left their mark on Fabregas, Arsène Wenger holds a special place. Having given Fabregas his big break at Arsenal, the Frenchman continues to have a profound impact on his former player.
"Wenger is the best I have had," he said. "Especially now, in this, my beginning as a coach, he is an important and very present figure. He always writes to me after every game.”
