"Liverpool's hierarchy have reportedly identified Cesc Fabregas as a potential successor to Arne Slot, as pressure mounts on the Dutchman following a turbulent run of form According to Anfield Index, senior figures at the club have already held preliminary discussions with the Spanish tactician, who is currently impressing in Serie A with Como. The Reds, who entered the season as defending Premier League champions, have endured a frustrating spell. They have won just three games out of the last ten in all competitions this season."
"Since hanging up his boots in 2023, Fabregas has made an immediate impact in management. The former Arsenal, Barcelona, and Chelsea midfielder ended his illustrious playing career at Como, where he quickly transitioned into coaching. After a brief spell in charge of the club's Under-19 side, he was promoted to first-team head coach in the summer of 2024, succeeding Osian Roberts. Fabregas guided Como to a remarkable 10th-place finish, their highest Serie A position since 1987."
"His emphasis on technical football, youth development, and tactical flexibility has drawn praise from across Europe. This season, Como have built on that momentum, currently sitting sixth in Serie A. Cesc Fabregas has impressed the Reds hierarchy Como 1907 coach Cesc Fabregas (Photo by Marco Luzzani/Getty Images) Sources close to Anfield suggest Liverpool are impressed by Fabregas' modern approach, particularly his focus on high-pressing football and quick transitional play."
"Sources close to Anfield suggest Liverpool are impressed by Fabregas' modern approach, particularly his focus on high-pressing football and quick transitional play. Despite the growing admiration for Fabregas, Liverpool are reportedly in no rush to make a managerial change. Dismissing Slot mid-season would cost the club an estimated 15 million, a significant financial hit that ownership group Fenway Sports Group (FSG) are reluctant to sanction without clear justification."
Liverpool's hierarchy have identified Cesc Fabregas as a potential successor to Arne Slot. Senior figures have held discussions with Fabregas, who is impressing in Serie A with Como. Liverpool have won just three of their last ten matches in all competitions, placing Slot under scrutiny and prompting the board to explore alternatives. Since retiring in 2023, Fabregas moved into management at Como, rising from Under-19 coach to first-team head coach and guiding the club to a top-ten Serie A finish; Como currently sit sixth. Dismissing Slot mid-season would cost an estimated 15 million, and Fenway Sports Group are reluctant to sanction such a move without clear justification.
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