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Midfielders have to have great stamina and with Cesc, even at 15, you could see he would run all day.

We know you love Cesc's DNA, and long to slurp it up from ornate goblets, but please do not mention it, his head or his heart.

Spain's Cesc Fabregas says that he has no intention of letting Sunday's Euro 2008 final against Germany slip through his hands.

Spain midfielder Cesc Fabregas felt his side did not deserve to be on the receiving end of a 4-1 mauling by Argentina.

I think it was Cesc [who got me into it], he has always been on there and I remember him around the hotel always on his phone on Twitter.

Cesc Fabregas told me how they rate the kid from seeing him in training for a year or so.

My thought [on the tackle] was that Cesc did not deserve to be sent off and the yellow card was the right decision.

So once again after a training session given by Cesc to a youth team from an amateur club they were at him again.

"Alex Song is going to the Olympics, while Abou Diaby and Cesc Fabregas have yet to start pre-season, " he said.

It was an excellent cross by Cesc Fabregas to create the chance [against Bolton], and fortunately my heading is a good attribute.

The Gunners might have to go round to captain CESC FABREGAS' house instead.

And in the absence of Cesc Fabregas, sidelined by a hamstring problem of his own, Van Persie will lead out the Gunners at Wembley.

Cesc Fabregas is ready to hand Arsenal's Premier League title charge a huge fitness boost.

With Cesc it is not about being greedy or money but ambition. It is all about trophies.

Wenger was asked whether Arsenal held out for a higher transfer fee when negotiating the sale of Cesc Fabregas to Barcelona.

I would like Cesc to leave Arsenal with his head held high because they have given him everything.

I speak a bit of Spanish too, so I talk a lot with Cesc and Manuel Almunia.

Cesc is an exceptional footballer but he is as well a winner and he wants to win in every single game.

Barcelona president Sandro Rosell has admitted they may not be able to prise Cesc Fabregas away from Arsenal this summer.

Fabregas injury problem not like Owen's' "Cesc is a ball giver and Owen was more a runner, " said Wenger.

Cesc is the captain, and I respect him, but I think every single player needs to take responsibility on the pitch too.

Back home: Will Cesc Fabregas (back row, second right) line up with Lionel Messi (front row, first left) once more?

However, we understand Cesc's desire to move to his home town club and have now accepted an offer from Barcelona.

Barcelona have denied brokering a deal with Arsenal not to try and bring Spain international Cesc Fabregas back to Camp Nou.

"Our position is always the same, we want to keep Cesc and I will fight as hard as I can to keep him, " said Wenger.

He has been the heartbeat of the midfield and forged a fine partnership with Cesc Fabregas.

Barcelona head coach Josep Guardiola has conceded Cesc Fabregas is staying at Arsenal, for one more season at least.

Cesc Fabregas believes the experienced Milan midfield can "kill you in a minute" if you are not careful.

Tw Cesc: "Spending time with my little sister carlota fabregas. Having lunch with my sister. Eating with her" #fcblive.

But Vela is believed to have the ability to follow the likes of Cesc Fabregas as being a key first-team player despite his tender years.

The Guardian argued that the goal should not have stood as there was a foul in the box while Cesc was taking his corner kick.

At the moment, Cesc is out of Saturday's game.

Eduardo (thigh) is still out but Cesc Fabregas will play despite missing Spain's game in midweek for personal reasons.

We always had a consistent attitude and were always reluctant to talk about Cesc's departure.

He is only 23 and the guy is already a world champion and European champion too so there is nothing more I can say about Cesc.

Pedro: Cesc started well, with great desire to prove he is a great player at the club.

HULL CITY manager Phil Brown is convinced the truth will catch up with Cesc Fabregas in the ongoing spitting row.

However, Wenger is not expecting a repeat of this summer when Nasri and Cesc Fabregas both departed.

Captain Cesc Fabregas has said that the club can no longer use youth and inexperience as an excuse for them not winning important matches.

"The likes of me and William [Gallas] have seen it all before, and Cesc [Fabregas] too, that's what it's all about really, " said Campbell.

Cesc Fabregas is firmly focussed on his Arsenal future, but admitted that Barcelona did all they could to prise him away from north London.

"Watching Cesc when he was younger and I was younger was the perfect opportunity to learn from him, " said Wilshere.

Torres had a decent opening after 11 minutes when a Cesc Fabregas cross found him at the back post but he couldn't keep his shot down.

Cesc Fabregas kicked things off, capitalising on a poor touch from Ronaldo and finding his French team-mate inside the centre circle.

As for Mathieu Flamini, Cesc and Alex Hleb, the signs look quite good but we have to make a decision.

Cesc Fabregas has the capability of becoming an all-time Spanish legend, a leader of the greatest club side in history.

Cesc was caught by a nasty-looking challenge by Tugay, but the young Spanish midfielder says he should be available if called upon.

Arsenal captain Cesc Fabregas is happy to go in front of the FA after he was accused of spitting at Hull assistant manager Brian Horton.

One player set to be integral to Wenger's plans next season is midfielder Cesc Fabregas.

zoom - galleria Cesc Fabregas has again denied that he is interested in a return to Catalan giants Barcelona.

I think we know Cesc isn't that kind of man and that, for me, is what makes me dismiss this story as pure bunkum.

You can go on blogs and vent your frustration about how ungrateful Cesc is, how disrespectful he has behaved.

Arsenal announces today that they have reached an agreement in principle with Barcelona for Cesc Fabregas to move to Spain.

An Arsenal insider has revealed that Cesc Fabregas could be sold, if the price is right.

Flamini has formed an impressive midfield partnership with Spaniard Cesc Fabregas this season.

Cesc Fabregas (hamstring) and Theo Walcott (ankle) won't feature at West Brom either but they could be fit after the international break.

Arsenal midfielder Cesc Fabregas and Hull City manager Phil Brown have both been charged with improper conduct.

When Cesc is on the pitch, he tries to play football - I cannot say everybody who plays against him tries to do that.

Wenger admitted he wanted to sign a player of 'special class' last weekend, especially after the injury to Cesc Fabregas.

Cesc Fabregas has urged his team- mates to play with more aggression next season and simply "go for it" in the title race.

I believe Cesc loves the club, has shown his attachment to the club many times and I am very confident the story will end there.

Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger has failed in his latest bid to keep Cesc Fabregas at the club according to the News of the World.

Add those to the tally and then only Cesc Fabregas and Frank Lampard have created more goals in the league this season.

You wanted to give Cesc Fabregas and his chums each a lollipop and say: "Never mind. "

Guardiola: "Cesc has always had the spirit to play up front, he likes to get into the area and he'll help us in that aspect. " #fcblive.

The Dutch forward has been appointed as successor to Cesc Fabregas, who left Emirates Stadium for Barcelona this week.

Robin van Persie (knee) has been absent since October while Cesc Fabregas (hamstring) and Abou Diaby (back) sat out the game at Villa Park.

Lionel Messi has called on Barcelona to sign Javier Mascherano and Cesc Fabregas this summer.

Arsenal are awaiting news on the hamstring injury suffered by Cesc Fabregas on Saturday.

Cesc Fabregas admits that lifting a trophy as Arsenal captain would top everything he has already achieved in football.

The Dutchman took the armband in the summer after Cesc Fabregas departed for Barcelona.

Cesc Fabregas and Emmanuel Adebayor were on target as Arsenal became the first English club to beat AC Milan on their own ground.

Cesc Fabregas is adamant that Arsenal will get their hands on some silverware next season.

Barcelona board spokesman Toni Freixa has bemoaned that Arsenal are unwilling to negotiate the sale of Cesc Fabregas.

If Cesc would go and come to play in the Dutch league you could imagine that they could have an interest in this news.

For example, the Cesc tackle, it was in my opinion a guy who goes for the ball and was too late.

By Joe BrewinMikel Arteta says former Arsenal captain Cesc Fabregas has helped him adjust to life at Emirates Stadium.

Cesc didn't play tonight, but Samir has come and played in Cesc's position and showed as well he is very important for us.

Cesc Fabregas and Phil Brown have both been charged with improper conduct.

When I left Arsenal I know they had good quality players in midfield to come in - they had Cesc Fabregas to replace me.

Cesc chose the number 4 jersey which Patrick Vieira vacated because his idol, Josep Guardiola wore it for Barcelona.

With [Cesc] Fabregas injured, he has taken some big responsibility to inject life into the team's attack and luckily he is also scoring.

"I always said that Cesc was a bargain, " said Wenger.

Cesc Fabregas believes there can be no debate as to English football's top midfielder.

"I stay in touch with Cesc a lot and it's hard for me to judge what he should do, " the Belarussian told reporters.

Cesc and Alexander Hleb are on the same line but whether they come back next week or in two weeks I don't know.

Tw Wilshere (Arsenal, to Cesc): "Keep up the good work at Barca mate you are on fire! "

The Gunnerssold their talismanic captain, Cesc Fabregas to Barcelona earlier this week and have yet to bring in a replacement.

We are all very happy because Cesc is an important player for us.

He has also stressed that no big club could allow both Nasri and Cesc Fabregas to depart in one summer.

With (Mikel) Arteta or whoever replaces those who have left, we will play different football, not as we played with Cesc and Samir.

Barcelona forward Leo Messi hopes he will one day line up alongside Arsenal midfielder Cesc Fabregas with the Blaugrana.

Arsenal skipper Cesc Fabregas will make their Champions League clash with Barcelona.

In addition the likes of Cesc Fabregas, Jeremie Aliadiere, Alex Song and Julio Baptista have colds but they are in the squad.

Obviously we want Cesc in our line-up but all players who started [at Tottenham] showed that they are ready.

Xavi: "Cesc totally understands the concepts and you don't have to explain him anything. It's as if he never left. " [via marca]

Cesc plays football for English club Arsenal F. C.

Despite the break-up being amicable, Cesc has been pretty cut up about it.

"When we get together, Laporta will explain at what stage the Cesc situation is at, " said Rosell.

Wenger: "I'm very grateful Cesc called me his seconf father. "

We are interested in signing Cesc [Fabregas] and Arsenal know that but we will not pay an exorbitant price for any player.

Q: What about the different players you work in central midfield like Cesc, Vieira and Edu?

Fabregas - I am happier than ever hereBy Richard Clarke Cesc Fabregas says he is happier than ever at Arsenal.

No one can say what will happen forever but we have talked about now and it is impossible to change clubs for Cesc.

We want Cesc to be part of our club next year, and that is it.

I am glad that Cesc is with us, he has a great future ahead.

Cesc is 24 this year, he has played 250 games in the Premier League - at that age, it is absolutely remarkable.

David Dein (ex-vice president Arsenal): "With Cesc, Bar? a have bought the finest French champagne at the price of a sparkling wine. " [md]

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Cesc: "My position on Monday? Don't know, really, you should ask Pep. I tried to help in midfield and in attack. " #fcblive [rac1]

Further to media reports on Thursday morning, Cesc Fabregas has spoken to Arsenal. com