Cesc Fabregas gave this interview to Spanish newspaper AS, where he discussed his frustration at not being able to win trophies for Arsenal, among other things.
Reporters at The Sun probably used their Babelfish translator and did a bit of literal translation. Put the aforementioned interview in context, and you will hear absolutely nothing surprising in what Cesc actually said.
The issue about Real Madrid (which will be cleared up a bit later) was raised because AS is a Madrid-based paper that many consider to be a mouthpiece for Real Madrid—Marca being the Spanish mouthpiece for Barcelona.
So, on to the interview, where Cesc initially discussed his time at the Spanish national team and his progress in it. He also talked about playing the USA in the semifinals of the Confederations Cup and Brazil's qualities.
The first question he was asked about Arsenal was, "Doesn't the lack of titles make you look for new challenges?"
To this he replied that he was angry that he wasn't able to win anything with Arsenal. He used the word "impotencia," which in this context means inability and not impotence. He also compared the Cristiano Ronaldo situation to himself (as he was asked a question about Ronaldo and Kaka previously).
He added that it was difficult for the team as they have to regain their self-belief after having gone four seasons without a major trophy.
He was then asked about the philosophy of Arsene Wenger and how the team "missed some stars," to which he said that he did not believe that stars were required to win titles, and that only he and William Gallas had ever won anything significant in the team.
He also said that he was very lucky to start off with experienced players and that it was difficult for Arsenal last season because of the number of young players they had.
The next question was "Do you miss living in Spain?" to which Cesc answered diplomatically. He said that the next season was going to be his seventh and that he felt that time was flying. He added that in football you need to learn quickly and make decisions for yourself that will make you feel happy.
He was then asked about the commercialization of football, and he answered that with the Ashley Cole example. My understanding of Spanish is negligible, but he seems to allude to the fact that Cole disrespected Arsenal by celebrating a win against them, as they were the club which gave him a footballing career.
He said that it would be more respectful of Cole if he would do it in the privacy of his own home, as Arsenal did give him his initial fame and money.
This question was conveniently left out by the lazy reporters at various publications.
The next question is what made the headlines—the one about Real Madrid. Fabregas was asked if his family would understand if he signed for Madrid, to which he answered that he was honoured to be linked with such a club and that his family would understand if he wished to join them.
He never alluded to the fact that he would join Madrid, neither did he make any such a wish in the interview. He was clearly asked in the next question whether he would force Arsenal to sell him, as Robinho did to Madrid. To this, he said that he would never do such a thing and that if he wished to leave, he would tell the manager so.
Finally, he was asked whether his and Wenger's futures were intertwined. To this he said that Wenger is like a second father to him and that he appreciates listening to his advise as it inspires him. He went on to say that he could even talk to him about some family problems.
To the question, he answered that he admired him but said that everyone has their own life and that he has to look after his own interests.
I wonder which part of this interview gave anyone any impression that Cesc asked for a transfer to Real Madrid. He also never "blasted" Arsenal for being "impotent."
He simply answered some questions honestly.
What's amazing is that the same paper (AS) which published this interview has taken The Sun's report and published a new article stating that Fabregas wants to move to Real Madrid!
The wonder that is the press—what would we do without it?
