Mattia Liberali prefers Como to AC Milan return

According to Soccernews.

Context

Mattia Liberali, at just 19 years old, has already shown promising signs of development while playing for Catanzaro, where he contributed with three goals and four assists. His transfer to Como, a club that aspires to stabilize in Serie A, represents an important step in his career. By joining a renowned coach like Cesc Fabregas, Liberali hopes to benefit from high-level training for his progression as a player.

Why it matters

Mattia Liberali's choice to join Como rather than return to AC Milan underlines his desire to focus on his personal and professional development. By signing with a club promoted to Serie A, he has the opportunity to prove himself in a competitive environment and contribute to the club's ambition. It could also strengthen Como's reputation as a destination for young talent looking for playing time and progression.

Key points

• Mattia Liberali prefers Como to a return to AC Milan.
• Mattia Liberali has chosen to sign a five-year contract with Como, a club promoted to Serie A, preferring this project to a possible return to AC Milan.
• Liberali turns down AC Milan return to join Fabregas’ Como.

Mattia Liberali is preparing to take another important step in his young career by joining the Italian club Como, with a five-year contract. This promising 19-year-old striker, from the AC Milan training center, is transferred from Serie B club Catanzaro after the activation of his release clause of 6 million euros.

Contrary to the rumors which announced a possible return to AC Milan, Liberali preferred to commit to Como, promoted to Serie A for the 2026-2027 season, which testifies to his desire to establish himself in an ambitious club and in a project that suits him.

During the 2025–26 season, he made 29 league appearances for Catanzaro, scoring three goals and providing four assists, helping his team reach the promotion play-offs. Despite their elimination against Monza (2-2 on aggregate, thanks to their opponent's best position in the standings), the club confirmed its return to Serie A after relegation the previous season.

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When his signing was announced, Liberali was enthusiastic: “It’s a real pleasure to start this new adventure in Como. I am very motivated to progress and I quickly saw that my objectives and those of the club coincide. I had the opportunity to speak with the coach and his playing philosophy corresponds perfectly to my profile. I can’t wait to play my first matches at the Sinigaglia stadium and meet the supporters.”

Coach Cesc Fàbregas, for his part, announced his full confidence in the potential of the young player: “Mattia is a creative player, very technical and confident when he has the ball. He excels in tight spaces, likes to create chances and make his offensive contribution. His qualities fit perfectly into our style of play. We look forward to supporting him in his progress.”

Liberali is already the fourth summer recruit for FC Como, which also formalized the arrival of Alvaro Morata, having bought him permanently after a loan, as well as that of Andres Cuenca, Luis Milla and Kaiki Bruno da Silva.

The club will begin its Serie A championship with a trip to Udinese on August 22, then host Bologna at the Giuseppe Sinigaglia stadium on September 13. This new stage in his career represents a fantastic opportunity for the young striker to confirm his potential at the highest Italian level.

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The rest

Liberali is expected to play a key role in the Como team in the 2026-2027 season, where he will be able to put into practice the lessons of coach Cesc Fabregas. With his past performances at Catanzaro, he hopes to continue developing and scoring goals in Serie A. Como fans are eagerly waiting to see how he will fit into Fabregas' playing system and his ability to make a difference on the pitch.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Mattia Liberali?

Mattia Liberali is a promising 19-year-old striker from the AC Milan training center.

Where did Mattia Liberali come from before joining Como?

Before joining Como, Mattia Liberali was at the Catanzaro club in Serie B.

Why did Mattia Liberali choose Como?

Liberali chose Como to engage in an ambitious project that corresponds to his career goals.

How much did Liberali transfer to Como?

The transfer of Mattia Liberali to Como was completed after the activation of his release clause of 6 million euros.

When will the signing of Mattia Liberali with Como be made official?

The signing of Mattia Liberali with Como is already announced and it is expected that he will start playing in the 2026-2027 season.

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