Como signs young Barcelona defender Andres Cuenca until 2030

Italian Serie A club Como has strengthened its squad for the upcoming season by securing the permanent transfer of young Barcelona defender Andres Cuenca. The 19-year-old Spanish player has committed to Como with a four-year contract, extending his stay until 2030.

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He has incredible technical quality, energy, and strength. We are confident he can develop greatly as part of our project, and we are very happy to welcome him to Como.

Como's coach, Cesc Fabregas, expressed his enthusiasm for Cuenca's arrival. "He has incredible technical quality, energy, and strength. We are confident he can develop greatly as part of our project, and we are very happy to welcome him to Como," Fabregas stated, according to the club's official website. The former Barcelona midfielder views Cuenca not just as a future prospect but as a player capable of contributing immediately to Como's ambitious plans, especially after their impressive fourth-place finish in Serie A last season.

Cuenca himself shared positive first impressions of his new club and city. "My first impression is very positive. Como is a beautiful city and made a deep impression on me. Everyone at the club made me feel very welcome," he said. The young defender is determined to give his best performance to help the team achieve its objectives.

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My first impression is very positive. Como is a beautiful city and made a deep impression on me. Everyone at the club made me feel very welcome.

Cuenca's signing is part of Como's strategy to bolster its roster ahead of the 2026/2027 season. Under Fabregas's guidance, the club aims to continue competing at the top of Serie A and perform well in European competitions.

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I will give my all to help this team achieve its goals.