An unexpected North London rivalry reunion could take place at Serie A side Como in 2025.
Former Arsenal star Cesc Fabregas guided the club to top-flight promotion for the first time since 21 years as interim boss at the back end of last season.
The Spaniard was then handed the job on a permanent basis for the current campaign and he is keeping them just outside the relegation zone as the season nears the mid-way point.
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Fabregas’ side picked up their first league win in ten games over the weekend as two goals in added time sealed a 2-0 home victory over AS Roma.
In the crowd at the Stadio Giuseppe Sinigaglia was former Tottenham and Everton playmaker Dele Alli – sparking rumours of Fabregas making an offer for the 28-year-old.
Despite not facing each other in Arsenal vs. Tottenham clashes, the pair battled it out during Fabregas’ time at Chelsea, from 2014 to 2018.
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Alli is currently a free agent, following his release at Goodison Park in June, with his career at a crossroads.
The former England international’s stint with Toffees was blighted by injury issues, with the club also granting him time away from the game, following his emotional disclosure of childhood trauma.
Despite the setbacks, the midfielder is hoping to secure a new club, to potentially revive his career ahead of 2025/26 season.
Fabregas confirmed talks have taken place, but the current plan is to help Alli to recover his physical level, with the manager tight-lipped over a move.
“I met him yesterday, I don’t want to talk about this to much. He could train with us after Christmas, but only to get back into shape,” he said.
