Como renew striker's contract after cancer diagnosis

What the report says

Como have extended striker Roberta Picchi’s contract after the 34-year-old was diagnosed with breast cancer, according to BBC Sport Football. The Italian club said the deal now runs until the end of the 2027-28 season, describing the move as part of its continued support for the player as she prepares to begin treatment.

The report says Picchi will be cared for by Como’s medical staff alongside the specialists overseeing her treatment, and the club asked for her privacy to be respected. Como added that Picchi and her family would receive support in the months ahead. Picchi acknowledged the situation on social media, saying she felt fortunate and that she would return more determined, though the club did not publish a full statement from her.

Picchi was part of the Como squad that won Serie B last season, finishing 11 points ahead of Lumezzane to secure promotion to Italy’s top women’s division for the first time. The extension comes as Como prepare for their debut in Serie A women’s football, with their first match scheduled against AC Milan on 26 September. More broadly, clubs often extend contracts or provide ongoing medical support when players face serious illness, but the BBC report focuses specifically on Como’s decision and Picchi’s treatment plans.