Como refuse to negotiate with Roma for Fabregas' exit
Roma continues to insist on Cesc Fabregas to entrust him with the technical guidance of the first team next season.
However, according to Gianluca Di Marzio of Sky Sport, Como remains firm on its position and does not intend to start any negotiations to free the Spanish coach.
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The Larian club considers Fabregas central to the technical project, after the promotion to Serie A, and reiterates that there is no room for maneuver.
Despite Roma's interest and attempts, at the moment there are no openings from Como.
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