Como manager Cesc Fabregas has dismissed speculation linking him with the Manchester United job, insisting it is disrespectful to discuss replacing Michael Carrick while he remains in charge. Fabregas will come up against Carrick on Wednesday evening when Como host United in the Champions League, with the visitors desperate to end a six-match winless run.The former Arsenal, Chelsea and Barcelona midfielder was asked during his pre-match press conference whether he would consider taking over at Old Trafford.However, he refused to entertain the suggestion and instead defended his opposite number.I wont answer that question because I think thats not a very nice question, Fabregas said on Tuesday.I dont think that shows enough respect to a great footballer and manager like Michael Carrick at the helm of a wonderful Manchester United side.Manchester United is a historical club I know very, very well, he continued.We have so much respect for who they are, for what they do, because they have incredible players.I know Steve Holland very well because I worked with him for years at Chelsea and I know Michael has done really well in previous clubs as well.Last year he did really well bringing Manchester United back to where they belong, which is the Champions League, for the first time in many years, so its not all bad. Its an honour to host them for the first time in our history.While United arrive in Italy struggling for form, Como have enjoyed an encouraging start to their domestic campaign.Fabregas side sit fifth in Serie A and head into Wednesdays European encounter following a 3-1 win over Fiorentina on Sunday. Topics Cesc Fabregas Manchester United F.C. Michael Carrick If you enjoy reading this article, you can help support our independent football journalism by adding 101 Great Goals as a preferred source You Should Also Read Champions League predictions: Full guide to Matchday 3 2026/27 Ben Miller 20th October, 2026 He didnt prepare himself Ten Hag says lazy Ronaldo was not fit during second stint at Manchester United Jon Fisher 20th October, 2026 Which Premier League fixtures are on TV in December? Ben Miller 19th October, 2026 Como v Manchester United: Preview, expected line-ups, stats and where to watch Jon Fisher 19th October, 2026 Leeds point a step forward for Man Utd says Carrick Tom Rostance 18th October, 2026 Leeds 1-1 Manchester United: Calvert-Lewin scores again to claim point for Leeds Tom Rostance 18th October, 2026
