Fabregas praying for Guardiola's contract extension

Barcelona midfielder Cesc Fabregas believes that it will be absolutely important for Barcelona that Guardiola signs a contract extension, claiming that all plaudits earned by the Catalans should be directed towards him. There have been reports that Guardiola could be set to leave the club when his contracts expires next summer, and Fabregas is desperately hoping otherwise.

“It would be very important for the club for him to stay for as many more years as possible,” he argued. “The players perform well, but it is he who operates the machinery.”

Fabregas has slotted easily into the Barca set-up after arriving from Arsenal in the summer. The ex-Arsenal midfielder has notched up eight goals and five assists in twelve appearances in the La Liga this season and he credited Guardiola for his terrific performances so far.

“My dream has been to be a Barca player since childhood, but now if you want to play here it is for Pep, because he knows how to get the best out of players,” Fabregas is quoted as saying by Marca.

“What I have learned here in these months is unbelievable. I’m enjoying the game as much as I ever have, and it shows that there are always things in this world of football that you never think of.

“On television you see Barca play great football, but when you’re in [the team] it’s awesome. It’s great to be a part of this team.”

The ex-Arsenal midfielder has notched up eight goals and five assists in twelve appearances in the La Liga this season