In a recent interview with the British media, Cesc Fabregas, now manager of Serie A's Como and former Arsenal and Chelsea midfielder at the heart of the team, opened up and shared his thoughts on a crucial turning point in his career - the complex emotions and firm stance on Tottenham Hotspur before joining Chelsea.
Fabregas looked back fondly on Arsenal's role in laying the foundations of his career, stating bluntly, "Without Arsenal, I would not have been as brilliant as I was later. They gave me everything, including a stage for growth and unlimited opportunities." However, when it comes to the decision to move to Chelsea, he admits that he was deeply torn and anxious. "I did have a long period of doubt and struggle before going to Chelsea." He explained, "As a member of Arsenal, I have mixed emotions about Chelsea. Their strong squad such as Lampard, Drogba and Terry, as well as Mourinho's coaching, always put me under pressure when we met on the field."
What is even more remarkable is that Fabregas is unusually adamant about playing for Tottenham. "Refusing to play for Tottenham was a decision that didn't require much thought for me." He put it bluntly, "I will never, ever put on a Tottenham shirt." This attitude not only stems from his deep affection for Arsenal, but also reflects his adherence to soccer loyalty and personal beliefs.
However, during his five years at Chelsea, Fabregas found a new sense of belonging. "At Chelsea, I experienced a completely different soccer culture and club atmosphere." He lamented, "From the passionate fans to the professional club management, I felt supported like never before. The experience has allowed me to win important trophies and has been one of the best decisions I have made in my career."
Though now standing in the coach's chair, Fabregas is still grateful for that challenging and honorable playing career. "When I was at Arsenal, I never thought I would be wearing the Chelsea kit." He confessed, "But fate is amazing like that, it made me a better player and shaped me into the person I am today." Through this interview, Fabregas not only shows the true emotions of his career, but also delivers a profound message to his fans about loyalty, courage and growth.
