Trevoh Chalobah revealed Cesc Fabregas played a "massive part" in the defender choosing Como over other interested clubs.

The England international joined Como following a reported €30m (£25.6m) deal from Chelsea, signing a five-year deal with the Serie A side.

The 27-year-old made 151 appearances for the Blues and won five major honours, while he also trained alongside Fabregas prior to making his senior debut.

Serie A champions Inter were reportedly interested in signing Chalobah this summer, but he eventually chose Como while Cristian Chivu's side signed John Stones.

Chalobah explained his reasons for favouring Como, with Fabregas at the heart of the decision.

"I remember how demanding he was with the younger players. So yeah, I know him really well," Chalobah told BBC Sport about Fabregas.

"He was a massive part. He explained what he wanted, the way he sees the club and how he sees me fitting into this club and how I can help – having a lot of experience, physicality as well as the leadership.

"It wasn't an overnight thing; it was a very thoughtful and hard decision. But I thought, as I said, the trajectory of this club and the direction it's going in, and speaking to the manager, and wanting to be part of this story.

"I'm really excited for this new chapter in my beautiful story that I've had so far."

Chalobah also represented England at this summer's World Cup, where the Three Lions finished third in the tournament.

Chalobah's only appearance in the competition came in the third-place play-off as England defeated France 6-4.

"No one wants to come third. You're just one step away from the final," Chalobah added.

"It was definitely hard for the players. It did hit us for a couple of days. You know how hard the boys worked, how they believed that we could win it.

"And yeah, we were so close. But we learn from this and be proud of what we've done and achieved."