Former Arsenal captain Cesc Fabregas has termed his retirement from football 'sad'.
The former Spain international called time on his trophy-laden career that include winning the World Cup with Spain, the Premier League twice at Chelsea and La Liga with Barcelona.
Fabregas 36 said: ""It is with great sadness that the time has come for me to hang up my playing boots," Fabregas posted on Instagram.
The diminutive midfielder ends his career one year into a two-year contract with Italian club Como in Serie B.
The former Chelsea and Barcelona go to player will now move into the dugout by coaching Como's reserve and youth teams.
"It's not all sadness, though, as I'm now going to cross the white line and start coaching the B and Primavera teams of Como 1907," he added.
"A club and a project I couldn't be more excited about," Fabregas, who turned up for Monaco observed.
"This charming football team won my heart from the first minute and came to me at the perfect time in my career.
"So after 20 incredible years full of sacrifice, dedication and joy, it's time to say thank you and goodbye to the beautiful game.
"I loved every minute."
