Official: Fabregas welcomes ‘player of immense quality’ at Como | OneFootball

Como have confirmed the signing of Croatia international Martin Baturina: ‘A player of immense quality,’ said Cesc Fabregas.

Baturina joins Como: the official statement

LONDON, ENGLAND – JANUARY 22: Martin Baturina of GNK Dinamo during the UEFA Champions League 2024/25 League Phase MD7 match between Arsenal FC and GNK Dinamo at on January 22, 2025 in London, England. (Photo by Justin Setterfield/Getty Images)

“Como 1907 is delighted to announce the arrival of Croatian international Martin Baturina, who will officially become a Lariani player on 1 July 2025. The midfielder has signed a contract that will keep him at the club until 2030,” Como said in a statement on Monday.

“Regarded as one of the brightest young talents in his position in European football, Baturina brings with him vision, flair and a creative edge that matches the ambition of the project. A product of the famed Dinamo Zagreb academy, he made 165 appearances for the club’s first team, contributing 22 goals and lifting four league titles, two Croatian Cups and two Super Cups.

“His European pedigree is already well established—38 appearances in UEFA competitions, three goals, and standout performances against Milan and Monaco in the Champions League. In the 2024/25 season, Baturina added four goals and eight assists in the domestic league, underlining his reputation as a decisive presence in midfield.

Fabregas welcomes new Como signing Baturina

COMO, ITALY – MAY 10: Como 1907 coach Cesc Fabregas looks on before the Serie A match between Como 1907 and Cagliari Calcio at Stadio G. Sinigaglia on May 10, 2025 in Como, Italy. (Photo by Marco Luzzani/Getty Images)

Como coach Fabregas welcomed the Azzurri’s new signing: “Martin is a player of immense quality,” he said.

“He’s intelligent on the ball, strong in duels, and has the personality to make things happen in key moments. He fits exactly the kind of football we’re building here.”

Speaking after signing, Baturina said: “I am very happy to be here in Como, a team with a great project based in a beautiful city. I have spoken with the club and the coach, and I am really looking forward to starting this new experience and taking to the pitch in this shirt.”