The return of Cesc Fabregas hoped for in January in Monaco

Affected by hamstrings and absent since mid-September, Cesc Fabregas should not be able to play again by the end of the year. His coach in Monaco, Niko Kovac, gave his news on Saturday.

“Cesc is a great professional, in his daily life and in his work in training, said the Monegasque coach at a press conference. He does everything to come back. But he still has a problem when he returns to the field. It is not easy for him. I hope he can resume competition in early January. « 

Free at the end of the season, the Spanish midfielder (34 years old, 110 caps) came into play only twice this season in Ligue 1, for 36 minutes played, and three times in the European Cup, for 83 minutes spent on the lawn. His last appearance dates back to September 16, against Sturm Graz (1-0), in the Europa League.