Liberali Talks About Fabregas's First Words and His Admiration for Totti

Como's young player Mattia Liberali, speaking at a press conference held in Coverciano, described what Como head coach Cesc Fabregas told him on his first day. Fabregas said he had congratulated Liberali on his development over the last two years.

Liberali named Francesco Totti among his idols in Italy. Speaking about Alphadjo Cisse, with whom he played together at Catanzaro, Liberali joked that his friend had replied to his messages three days later. He added that Cisse lives in his own world, but that this helps him play with a clear mind on the pitch, shutting out all external factors. Both players were called up to the Italy A national team squad for the November international break for the first time.

Last season in Serie B with Catanzaro, Liberali recorded 3 goals and 4 assists in 24 matches. However, under Alberto Aquilani, he was not regularly in the starting eleven at first. The attitude he showed during this period caught Fabregas's attention. Liberali said that when he was out of the lineup in the early months, he stayed focused, and that Fabregas appreciated the choices he made.

Liberali said Fabregas had quickly taken Como into the Champions League race and the title fight. Stressing that the club environment is very important for a young player, Liberali said the togetherness in the squad makes a big difference and that team spirit is decisive.