Michael Essien’s wife, 𝐀𝐤𝐨𝐬𝐮𝐚 𝐏𝐮𝐧𝐢 𝐄𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐞𝐧, will forever have a place in Como 1907’s modern story. In 2017, she bought the struggling Italian club at auction when they were battling financial problems and facing an uncertain future.
Her move helped keep Como alive before a bigger rebuild followed.
That moment also strengthened Como’s connection with 🇬🇭 Ghana. The relationship grew over the years, and some of the club’s players even visited Ghana last year to connect with the country, experience its football culture and build ties beyond Italy.
Years later, the Indonesian Djarum Group took over and gave Como fresh structure and investment. Cesc Fabregas also became part of the project, first as a player and minority shareholder before becoming head coach.
Under Fabregas, Como have now made history by qualifying for the Champions League for the first time in the club’s history.