According to Italian journalist Gianluca Di Marzio, Fàbregas' contract with Como includes a release clause that can be triggered by top clubs like Arsenal.

Fàbregas quickly emerged as one of Europe's most talked-about young coaches, helping Como achieve Champions League qualification. The former Arsenal and Chelsea midfielder officially took charge after a successful spell as interim manager and is now being linked with some of football's top jobs.

Arteta is expected to sign a new contract with Arsenal soon, extending his stay beyond 2029, making a managerial change at Arsenal unlikely in the short term. However, Fàbregas' contract with Como reportedly contains clauses that would allow Arsenal to bring back their former captain if the managerial position becomes vacant.

Di Marzio told Betarades.gr that Fàbregas is currently happy at Como and has even turned down offers from Italian giants like Inter Milan.

Di Marzio stated: "Fàbregas would only leave Como for a top club like Barcelona or Arsenal. However, Barcelona has extended Flick's contract, and Arsenal is clearly very happy with Arteta. I don't think he would join any top club that doesn't truly need him."

He added: "Fàbregas is like a calculator. He knows he will manage one of these top clubs, but he's not in a hurry. Last year he rejected Inter Milan, Roma, and Bayer Leverkusen, and Como didn't want him to leave either."

Di Marzio revealed: "Fàbregas' contract has a release clause for top clubs like Chelsea, Arsenal, and Barcelona, so it depends on which of these clubs finds itself in need first. Everything can change. The problem for Como is finding the next Fàbregas—a new coach with his charisma, leadership, ideas, and vision."

He added: "I think Sassuolo coach Aquilani could be one option, but I don't know if he can replace Fàbregas. In Italy, Aquilani is one of the few coaches who tries to play this style. If Fàbregas decides to leave, I think Como will consider him."

At some point in the future, Arteta might leave Arsenal to continue his coaching career elsewhere. Paris Saint-Germain, Real Madrid, and Barcelona are all reportedly admirers of Arteta's work. At that time, Arsenal's management might consider continuing with their previous philosophy, seeking a coach who truly understands what Arsenal means and has played for the club.

Fàbregas praised Arsenal's trust-building plan after their 1-1 preseason draw at the Emirates. He said: "Many things you see in football every day—what Arsenal has done, especially persevering through difficult times—is truly rare. When I went to watch a Champions League match last season, I congratulated Edu and Andrea Berta on the club's patience, unity, and adherence to the plan."

Fàbregas stated: "If I'm not mistaken, they finished 8th for three consecutive seasons, and in the fourth season, they came close to Champions League qualification but fell short. Tottenham finished 5th, but Arsenal kept going because they had a plan, a goal, and they were constantly improving."

He concluded: "This kind of persistence is what's missing in football today. Losing three games and changing coaches, playing one style then switching to another. Ultimately, I don't really believe in that approach."

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