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Goal of the Season Result


Harrison Reed's rocket against Liverpool has won the Club's Goal of the Season award.

Not only was it a strike of the utmost quality, but the context and timing mean it will go down in Fulham history as one of our greatest ever goals.

Such is the calibre of the effort, that it's been universally heralded as the finest seen this year, as it was also named Premier League Guinness Goal of the Season, and BBC Football's Goal of the Season.

And now it's a clean sweep, after the Fulham faithful comprehensively gave it the nod.

"A massive thank you for voting for my goal against Liverpool to be your Goal of the Season," Reedy said. "Obviously an amazing moment, especially with the timing of the goal also. A huge thank you to everyone that voted.

"Maybe not as good as that, but hopefully a few more to come next year. Hope you all have a good summer, and see you in the new season."

A whopping 61.2 per cent of supporters opted for Reed's thunderbolt, putting it some way ahead of Harry Wilson's trivela against Crystal Palace (13%) and a Tom Cairney trademark on the final day (6.1%).




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Crystal Palace have considered rivalling Fulham for manager amid Pierre Sage talks
Crystal Palace's search for a new manager appears to be entering a decisive phase, with reports suggesting talks with Pierre Sage are continuing to move in a positive direction.

The Eagles are looking for a successor to Oliver Glasner after the Austrian brought his spell at Selhurst Park to a close following Palace's historic Conference League triumph in Leipzig.

The victory secured the club's first-ever European trophy and capped a remarkable period under Glasner, leaving Palace's hierarchy with one of the biggest appointments in the club's history.

Over the past few weeks, several names have been linked with the vacancy.

Andoni Iraola, who is now closing in on a move to Liverpool, was discussed earlier in the process, while the likes of Frank Lampard and Filipe Luis have also been mentioned in various reports.

However, recent developments suggest former Lyon and Lens boss Pierre Sage has emerged as the leading candidate.

The Times reported this week that Sage is prepared to leave Lens after holding discussions with Palace, with compensation negotiations between the clubs now one of the key issues to resolve.

Fabrizio Romano now also says an agreement with the 47-year-old is close.

While Sage is now the frontrunner, Palace have also considered rivalling Fulham for another manager.

Palace have considered rivalling Fulham for Kieran McKenna
According to Sky Sports' live transfer blog, Ipswich Town manager Kieran McKenna has also been considered during Palace's recruitment process as the club weighs up its options.

McKenna's inclusion on Palace's shortlist is hardly surprising.

The 40-year-old remains one of the most highly-rated young coaches in English football after guiding Ipswich through an impressive rise in recent seasons.

His work at Portman Road has attracted attention from several Premier League clubs, and Palace are not the only side to have explored the possibility of appointing him.

Indeed, McKenna has been heavily linked with a move to Craven Cottage since Marco Silva's departure to Benfica earlier this week.

Both Sky Sports and talkSPORT have reported that the Ipswich boss is high on Fulham's shortlist as they begin the search for Silva's replacement.

Reports have even suggested McKenna is viewed as one of the leading contenders for the role, although his £8m release clause and long-term contract at Ipswich could complicate any potential move.

That wider interest perhaps explains why Palace have continued to explore multiple avenues simultaneously.

Although McKenna's reputation remains strong, with Ipswich captain Dara O'Shea calling him a 'legendary' figure at Portman Road, any move would likely require substantial compensation and intense negotiations with Ipswich.

By contrast, Palace appear to have made significant progress in discussions with Sage, who has enjoyed considerable success in French football and fits the profile of an ambitious appointment.

The Frenchman enhanced his reputation during his time at Lyon before moving to Lens, where he continued to impress, winning the Coupe de France last season.

For now, no final decision has been announced.

After the most successful period in the club's history, Palace know they cannot afford to get this appointment wrong.

Whether they ultimately land Sage, McKenna or another candidate entirely, the decision will play a major role in determining how the club builds on its remarkable Conference League success over the coming years.



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Exclusive: Surprise Name Emerges To Replace Marco Silva As Fulham Manager
Former Fulham goalkeeper coach Hugo Oliveira is a surprise early runner in the stakes to succeed Marco Silva as manager.

Silva departed Craven Cottage on Monday after five years in charge to join Portuguese giants Benfica after his contract expired.

Work has begun on assembling a list of contenders to take over from Silva with club owner Shahid Khan in talks with other members of the hierarchy.

Names have been circulated among Fulham's top brass recently as speculation mounted that Silva was going to leave but the serious job of ranking potential new managers is now beginning in earnest.

Oliveira should be know to Fulham fans
And Oliveira is well liked in the Craven Cottage boardroom even though he is not widely known among football fans at large.

He will face stiff competition for the sought-after post from much bigger names in the game. Ipswich Town's Kieran McKenna is already being mentioned as a possible contender for the job.

Yet supporters of Fulham may well remember Oliveira as the goalkeeping coach under Silva.

He first joined Silva's backroom team at Hull City and followed him to South West London where he was very popular and highly rated.

Oliveira, 46, left the Premier League in 2024 for personal reasons to go back to his homeland and pursue his ambition to become a manager in his own right.

In December of that year he took over as head coach of Primera Liga side Famalicao where he has been ever since.

He guided them to fifth place last season and that has helped place him on Khan's radar as the process of sifting through candidates gets underway.

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Silva has left and signed a three-year contract with Benfica while taking a pay cut in the process.

The Portuguese is joining on wages of around £6.2million a year (€7million). But he told club bosses he wanted to go home for personal reasons too.

Benfica will also compete in Champions League qualifying after finishing third in the table. Silva is replacing Jose Mourinho who has left to rejoin Real Madrid.

Fulham's pre-season plans are in place after a series of meetings between Silva and his bosses in recent weeks and he goes on good terms.

Silva even thrashed out a summer transfer strategy for the club before informing them this week that he has decided against signing a new three year deal to remain in England and will go home instead.



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The FFC Rumour Mill: McKenna touted as Silva successor
Jack Stroudley rounds up Fulham's week in the transfer market.

With Marco Silva's exit confirmed, the next question becomes who will be his successor. Premier League experience? A continental dabble? Or maybe even a look at someone managing in the upcoming World Cup? There are lots of potential suitors we could look at.

But what does this mean for the ins and outs in SW6? Here are all the latest whisperings.

Incomings
Fulham have decided against triggering Samu Chukwueze's €24m option, according to Italian reporters Tuttomercato. It was a difficult second half of the season for the 27 year old following AFCON and a tragic off-field situation in his personal life, and as a result of this, I think Fulham's money would be better spent elsewhere. But Fulham need a winger and Milan will probably want him off the books and may lower the price; if that's the case, maybe we'll have a second look. But for now I'd be thinking of other options.

In the full-back department, Fulham have emerged as surprise contenders for Andy Robertson, claim TalkSport while TeamTalk are reporting that Fulham hold an interest in West Ham full-back Aaron Wan-Bissaka.

If we're being honest, Robertson isn't happening, but the latter of the two rumours interest me. For £10m we could certainly do a lot worse than Wan-Bissaka, especially given Tete's injury record. One to look out for.

Outgoings
Starting with Benfica (but not in the way you'd imagine), Sacha Tavolieri is once again reporting that there is an interest in Fulham defender Jorge Cuenca. These rumours came about in January as well and I'll say what I said then. I'd love Cuenca to stay as I think he's a very valuable and dependable player, but I wouldn't blame him for wanting to move elsewhere to push for more guaranteed minutes.

There was quite a lengthy piece on Marco Silva in this rumour mill before he made his decision, so I'll keep his departure brief. Following talks with Benfica over the weekend, the club confirmed on Tuesday afternoon that Silva will depart for Lisbon this summer.

The interesting part of the statement was the notes from Shahid Khan, who, after thanking Silva, went on to say "we've accordingly prepared for this moment. We will soon appoint a new leader in a timely but deliberate manner, who will meet the standards of our Club and expectations of our fans throughout the world."

In terms of a replacement for Silva, it was all a little bit quiet up until Monday night when TalkSport reported that Fulham will make a move for Ipswich Town manager Kieran McKenna when Silva departs, which they then doubled down on following Silva's departure. That being said, there are question marks about his £8m release clause. I've seen a lot of scepticism online about this potential appointment but honestly, I think Fulham could do a lot worse.

TalkSport has since claimed that Coventry boss (and Chelsea legend) Frank Lampard is also high on the club's list. This one is going down like a lead balloon on X. But Lampard's Coventry finished 11 points ahead of McKenna's Ipswich in the Championship last term, and the Whites are reportedly wary of McKenna's £8m release cause...

In terms of other names that could be thrown around (there are no reports of this, more just my suggestions on what Fulham could do), Sérgio Conceição is now out of a job following his departure from Al-Ittihad, if we wanted to continue down the Portuguese route. Conceição comes with European pedigree, with trophies won for both FC Porto and AC Milan.

If the club want to show some ambition, throw a big offer on the table for Oliver Glasner or Arne Slot, who both remain without a club. These may be seen as far-fetched, but Fulham would really be stamping down a marker with either. Mauricio Pochettino could be a viable option post-World Cup but while I think he's also someone who would do a stellar job, I don't think we'll wait around and see.

If Fulham really wanted to throw a curveball in, Big Ange is still about. It would be chaotic to say the least and could end in a ball of flames, but it could also end in his obligatory second-season trophy.

Kjetil Knutsen from Bodo/Glimt is surely overdue a move to one of Europe's big five, and even Fulhamish's very own Jack Kelly is in the mix having being touted at 50/1 to take charge! (Yes, seriously).



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Arne Slot on Fulham shortlist as Man Utd, Tottenham flops also emerge in new manager hunt
Fulham have begun work on identifying Marco Silva's successor and are preparing to open talks with a number of managerial targets, including Ruben Amorim, Thomas Frank and Arne Slot, TEAMtalk can exclusively reveal.

The Cottagers were informed this week that Silva intends to leave the club when his contract expires this summer, with the Portuguese coach now set to take charge of Benfica.

While Silva's departure will mark the end of a successful spell at Craven Cottage, sources have told us that Fulham's hierarchy have been planning for this possibility for some time and are already assessing a number of high-profile candidates.

Among the names under serious consideration are three managers who have recently left some of the Premier League's biggest clubs.

We understand that former Manchester United boss Ruben Amorim is firmly on Fulham's radar following his departure from Old Trafford.

Likewise, Thomas Frank is being considered after being relieved of his duties at Tottenham Hotspur earlier in the year, while Arne Slot has also emerged as a potential option after Liverpool opted to part ways with the Dutchman last week.

All three are admired internally and are viewed as coaches capable of building on the foundations Silva leaves behind.

Fulham are expected to hold discussions over the coming days as they look to establish which candidates could be realistically persuaded to take over in west London.

The club believe their stability, Premier League status and ambitious ownership make the role an attractive proposition despite competition from elsewhere.

Promoted duo also on Fulham radar
However, Fulham's search is not limited to managers currently out of work.

We cam also confirm that Ipswich Town boss Kieran McKenna is among the names being monitored.

McKenna has enhanced his reputation significantly in recent seasons and remains highly regarded across the Premier League for the work he has carried out at Portman Road – although of significant interest, he also has a sizeable release clause.

Another candidate under consideration, albeit difficult to pull off, is Coventry City manager Frank Lampard.

The former Chelsea and Everton boss has rebuilt his standing in management during his time with Coventry and is viewed as a coach capable of continuing Fulham's progressive style of play.

At this stage, no final decision has been made, and Fulham are expected to speak with multiple candidates before narrowing down their options.

Sources indicate the club are keen to move swiftly, however, with preparations for next season already underway and recruitment plans needing clarity.



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Report: Fulham keen on two managers as Marco Silva replacement
Fulham Eye Kieran McKenna as Search Begins After Marco Silva Exit

Fulham face one of their most important decisions in recent years following Marco Silva's departure to Benfica. According to TalkSport, Ipswich Town manager Kieran McKenna has emerged as the club's preferred candidate to take charge at Craven Cottage.

The timing is significant. Fulham have spent the last few seasons establishing themselves as a stable Premier League club, and replacing a manager who delivered consistent progress will require careful judgement.

McKenna's growing reputation makes him an understandable target.

Admiration for Ipswich Success
McKenna has earned widespread praise for his work at Ipswich Town. Fresh from securing his third promotion as a manager, he has become one of the most highly regarded young coaches in British football.

Ipswich finished second in the Championship to secure an immediate return to the Premier League, adding another achievement to a remarkable rise that previously saw McKenna guide the club from League One to the top flight.

Such progress has naturally attracted attention from elsewhere.

TalkSport reports that several Premier League clubs have monitored his situation, while Celtic and Crystal Palace have also been linked with moves in recent months.

The challenge for Fulham is that quality comes at a price. McKenna's buyout clause reportedly increased to £8 million following promotion.

Alternative Route Available
While McKenna appears to be Fulham's leading choice, other options remain under consideration.

Former Tottenham Hotspur manager Thomas Frank is said to be among the alternatives. The Dane remains available after leaving Spurs in February and brings extensive Premier League experience from his successful seven year spell at Brentford.

Frank's ability to develop players and establish a clear football identity would undoubtedly appeal to Fulham's hierarchy.

Whether the club prioritises McKenna's long term potential or Frank's experience could become a defining factor in the process.

Opportunity to Build on Strong Foundations
Silva leaves behind a healthy platform.

Since returning to the Premier League in 2022, Fulham have become one of the division's more dependable clubs. They have not finished lower than 13th and came within a point of eighth placed Brighton last season.

European qualification narrowly escaped them, but the progress has been undeniable.

That makes this appointment particularly important. Fulham are no longer fighting simply to survive. They are searching for a manager capable of maintaining stability while pushing the club towards the next level.

McKenna's track record suggests he could fit that profile. The question now is whether Fulham are prepared to invest heavily to secure him.

Our View – EPL Index Analysis
Losing Marco Silva will be disappointing for Fulham fans because he transformed expectations at Craven Cottage. Under his leadership, he gave supporters confidence and ambition.

McKenna offers the prospect of continuing that upward trajectory. His achievements with Ipswich have been exceptional, and there is a sense that his coaching career is only beginning to gather momentum.

The reported £8 million clause is significant, but managerial appointments can define a club's direction for years. Fulham supporters would likely prefer the club to be bold rather than cautious if they genuinely believe McKenna is the right fit.

Thomas Frank would also represent a strong candidate, particularly given his Premier League experience. However, many fans may vi

The priority now is ensuring Fulham maintain the momentum built under Silva. Stability remains important, but supporters will also hope the next manager can help bridge the small gap between mid table security and genuine European contention.



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Ruben Amorim: Fulham consider ex-Man United boss as Marco Silva replacement
Ruben Amorim may be in line for an explosive return to England after Fulham added the 41-year-old tactician to their list of candidates to replace Marco Silva, according to a new report.

Bleak Midwinter
Despite 14 months of steadfast support in the face of overwhelming evidence to the contrary, INEOS finally brought an end to Amorim's tumultuous tenure in January after a poor run of form over Christmas. However, it was not performances on the pitch that decided his fate; instead, a major fallout with sporting director Jason Wilcox over the much-maligned 3-4-2-1 system proved to be the straw that broke the prickly Portuguese's back.

The decision was announced on January 5, the day after the 1-1 draw with Leeds United at Elland Road, where Amorim took aim at the executive structure in a bombastic post-match press conference. Under-18s coach Darren Fletcher took temporary charge of the senior side, before Michael Carrick marked a triumphant return to Old Trafford as interim coach until the end of the season.

Despite 14 months of steadfast support in the face of overwhelming evidence to the contrary, INEOS finally brought an end to Amorim's tumultuous tenure in January after a poor run of form over Christmas. However, it was not performances on the pitch that decided his fate; instead, a major fallout with sporting director Jason Wilcox over the much-maligned 3-4-2-1 system proved to be the straw that broke the prickly Portuguese's back.

The decision was announced on January 5, the day after the 1-1 draw with Leeds United at Elland Road, where Amorim took aim at the executive structure in a bombastic post-match press conference. Under-18s coach Darren Fletcher took temporary charge of the senior side, before Michael Carrick marked a triumphant return to Old Trafford as interim coach until the end of the season.

The impressive transformation the 44-year-old Englishman has overseen over the past five months convinced INEOS to hand him the reins permanently, with United securing Champions League qualification and boasting the best form of any Premier League side under his watch.

The nightmare of Amorim's reign of terror is now a distant memory; this is a stark contrast to the sense of calm Carrick has imbued throughout the club, both on and off the pitch.

The former Sporting CP manager's legacy remains a pitiful win record of 38.1%, having overseen United's worst campaign in Premier League history, which was capped off by a dismal loss in the Europa League final to a team who had never won a European trophy before.

A Return to England
Despite this unflattering record, TEAMtalk reveals Amorim is under "serious consideration" at Craven Cottage. Silva, Fulham's long-standing coach, has left west London to take charge of SL Benfica, as the Portuguese giant was left managerless in the wake of Jose Mourinho's blockbuster return to Real Madrid.

Interestingly, Amorim has been a contender to take over at Benfica, even though they are Sporting's local rivals. However, he is understood to be focused on jobs outside of Portugal if he returns to management.

Two other coaches to face the ignominy of dismissals from England's elite this year, Thomas Frank (Tottenham Hotspur) and Arne Slot (Liverpool), are also options alongside Amorim on the Cottagers' list.

"All three are admired internally and are viewed as coaches capable of building on the foundations Silva leaves behind. Fulham are expected to hold discussions over the coming days as they look to establish which candidates could be realistically persuaded to take over in west London," the report states.

Keiran McKenna, United's former assistant coach, now in charge of Ipswich Town, and Frank Lampard, fresh from winning the Championship with Coventry City, are also under consideration. But TEAMtalk stresses Amorim is "firmly on Fulham's radar", showing that failure at Old Trafford does not necessarily lead to someone's reputation in football being permanently scarred.



https://thepeoplesperson.com/2026/06/04/ruben-amorim-fulham-consider-ex-man-united-boss-as-marco-silva-replacement-311050/

Player of the Season Result


Harry Wilson's wonderful campaign has seen him rewarded with the Fulham Player of the Season accolade.

The winger was in blistering form in 2025/26, registering 11 goals and eight assists in just 38 Premier League and FA Cup matches, a record of one goal involvement every other game.

Add in the fact that the majority of his strikes were phenomenal – seven of them made the Goal of the Season shortlist – and it truly was a year to remember for the Welshman.

"Thank you for voting me as the Club's Player of the Season," Harry said. "I really appreciate your support and the votes.

"Had some really good moments, both personally and as a team, throughout this season, although a bit disappointed to have not got Europe at the end.

"But thank you for the support, thank you for the votes, and enjoy your summer!"

Although a tighter vote than GOTS, Wilson still claimed gold fairly comfortably, seeing off competition from the ever reliable Calvin Bassey – last season's winner – and Raúl Jiménez.

🥇 Harry Wilson (35.6%)

🥈 Calvin Bassey (22.1%)

🥉 Raúl Jiménez (13%)



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