Real Madrid goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois has paid tribute to former Chelsea teammate Cesc Fabregas.

Cesc has announced his retirement at Serie B Como.

Courtois reacted posting to social media: "Magic, gracias por todo amigo (thanks for everything friend)."

Barcelona defender Marcos Alonso, also a former Chelsea teammate, stated: "Best of the best, gracias amigo."

Cesc will now take charge of Como's Primavera squad.