The Spaniard spent a long time at Arsenal before moving to Barcelona in 2010. In 2014, although Arsenal were the first choice when the Catalan team sold Fabregas, the "Gunners" did not make any offers. Therefore, he has moved to Chelsea until now.
In today's match (September 17), Arsenal once again had the opportunity to face coach Arsene Wenger's team. Before this match, he shared with Sky Sports about his decision to join The Blues 3 years ago.
He confided: "Once I leave Barcelona, Arsenal will be the first choice and Barcelona will have a clause to contact Arsenal first. After that, they have a week to give feedback on whether to buy back or not.
I know Chelsea are one of the teams that want to buy me. During that time, Jose Mourinho convinced me that it was a great destination. A week has passed, Arsenal have not responded or contacted. I realized that they had enough players so I decided to go to Chelsea.
Because they are the team that I want the most. Jose spoke to me in a way not many people have spoken to me before. I also know what he wants from me. He encouraged me a lot so the choice was very easy.
I love Arsene Wenger as a man and a coach. That was the decision he made. I have always said that he is like a father to me and will always be like that.
In addition, Fabregas affirmed that he does not consider Arsenal as an ex-girlfriend. According to the 30-year-old, an ex-girlfriend may be out of contact, but for Arsenal, he has never lost that in recent years.
Chelsea are currently 3rd in the Premier League table with 9 points while Arsenal are temporarily ranked 12th with 6 points. The London derby between these two teams will take place at 7:30 p.m. today (September 17) at Stamford Bridge Vietnam time.
