Como are preparing for their first ever foray into European competition and are already planning for a busy summer transfer window, according to reports from Italy. The club celebrated their Serie A success with an open-top bus parade through the city, marking a historic moment for the club.
Manager Cesc Fàbregas is expected to remain in charge, having guided Como to promotion and a respectable finish in their first season back in the top flight. However, Fàbregas has reportedly requested that the club add players in the 26-27 age range to balance a squad currently comprised of young players and veterans. A key component of those plans revolves around Nico Paz, who spent the season on loan from Real Madrid.
Real Madrid have a €10 million buyback clause for Paz, a figure considered low given his current market value. Como are hoping that the allure of Champions League football will convince the young midfielder to remain with the club, and Fàbregas is eager to see him feature in Europe. The club are also monitoring several potential departures, including Sergi Roberto and Alberto Moreno, both of whom are out of contract.
Diego Carlos, currently on loan from Fenerbahce, is reportedly considering a permanent move back to Turkey. Martin Baturina is attracting interest from clubs across Europe, and Alvaro Morata’s future is uncertain, with a potential move to Saudi Arabia being considered after Como would need to exercise their option to buy from AC Milan. The club are working to secure the long-term futures of key players Lucas da Cunha and Jean Butez, with contract extensions until 2030 being discussed. Jacobo Ramon, also on loan from Real Madrid with a similar buyback clause to Paz, is expected to remain at the club for at least another season.
Como are continuing to strengthen their ties with Spanish clubs, having already secured Andres Cuenca from Barcelona. Discussions are ongoing with Real Madrid regarding other youth prospects, including Victor Valdepenas, and they are also monitoring the availability of Dani Carvajal, who is expected to leave Madrid. The club are also looking to increase the number of Italian players in their squad, with Pietro Comuzzo, Fabiano Parisi, and Fabio Rispoli all potential targets. Meanwhile, work continues on expanding the Stadio Sinigaglia to meet UEFA requirements, with the Mapei Stadium in Reggio Emilia as a potential alternative venue.
