Como - injuries & suspensions October 2026

Finishing fourth in Serie A with 71 points earned means Como will play in the Champions League for the first time in its history. The club, which recently returned to Italy’s top flight, has taken another major step forward. Cesc Fàbregas remains in charge, and he has been given several more players to work with this summer. Como faces a tougher season than the last one. As well as the league, it has matches against European opposition to contend with, and there will be little time to rest at this level.

Fàbregas stays the course

Como will continue to play on the ball. Fàbregas wants his team to build from the back, look for passes between the lines and press immediately after losing possession. This style helped them secure a place among the leading teams, so the coach has no reason to abandon it. The question is how the team will cope with playing this way twice a week.

Many players from last season remain in the squad. Jean Butez is still one of the team’s key figures, while Marc-Oliver Kempf and Jacobo Ramón play important roles in defence. Lucas Da Cunha, Máximo Perrone and Maxence Caqueret are in midfield. A lot will depend up front on Nicolás Paz and Martin Baturina. Both can spot gaps in the opposition’s shape and play the pass that opens up a route to goal.

Kean joins Douvikas

Moise Kean has joined Como from Fiorentina on loan with an obligation to buy. He knows Serie A and will not have to learn the league from scratch. He can speed up an attack, beat a defender in a duel and make good use of space in the penalty area. He will compete for a place in the team with Tasos Douvikas, who has put in some effective performances for Como. Álvaro Morata, meanwhile, has left the club on loan for CD Leganés.

Assane Diao and Jesús Rodríguez remain on the wings. Jayden Addai is also in the squad and could get more minutes during a congested schedule. For Fàbregas, it will be important not only to pick his starting XI but also to find substitutes who can maintain the team’s level when matches come in quick succession.

Ricci and Milla in midfield

Luis Milla joined from Getafe, while Samuele Ricci arrived on loan from Milan with an option to buy. Both can help with build-up play, although they have somewhat different strengths. Milla is comfortable on the ball, while Ricci knows Italian football and can contribute to playing out from the back. Como also made Máximo Perrone’s loan from Manchester City permanent. The Argentine has already spent a season working with Fàbregas, so he does not need to learn the coach’s demands all over again. There is no shortage of midfield options, which is important because competing in the Champions League will require Como to approach rotation differently.

New defenders, new responsibilities

Yan Couto is expected to strengthen the right flank and contribute in attack, while Trevoh Chalobah adds another option at centre-back. Como have also signed Willy Kambwala on loan from Villarreal, with an option to buy. Kaiki and Álex Valle are options on the left. Robert Sánchez has arrived in goal on loan from Chelsea, although Jean Butez is still expected to remain an important figure for the team. Experienced players Sergi Roberto and Alberto Moreno have left the club, while Stefan Posch was sold to Mainz. The new defenders will have to adapt quickly to Como’s style of play. The full-backs often push forward, and the team tries to play out even under pressure.

A first season in Europe

The Champions League will be an entirely new experience for Como. However, the club does not want to sacrifice domestic competition for its European campaign. Last season’s fourth-place finish has raised expectations, and the team must now show it can stay near the top despite the added fixtures. The summer signings give Fàbregas more options, particularly in attack and midfield. Ultimately, everything will be decided on the pitch: can Como maintain its style against stronger opponents, and will the new players settle into the team quickly?