Now the window has shut... the first rumour is out.
https://x.com/FulhamTransfer/status/1962910793164317102?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Etweet
:slap:
I need a good four months to recover from the last thread! 😂
Always thought We should have signed a top Korean player a lot sooner. With New Malden being the largest Korean community in Europe on the club's doorstep you have a fan base ready and waiting.
Legana, very funny, but you have no staying power, you need to toughen up.
If need be we can bring in 4 over 21 year olds to the squad, the good thing is we still have our 2 domestic loans available so any players in some of the top sides not getting game time could be bought in on 6 month loans to cover Afcon and injuries. If they fit in well there may be a good chance to buy them next summer.
Lets hope they start approaching him now and maybe we get him just in time on DD in January
(Not sure which year that would actually be tho)
I look forward to all those replies about how January is not the right month to buy a striker in, and how we should wait till the summer when we can get a great deal.............
Quote from: FFC007 on September 02, 2025, 10:26:50 PMNow the window has shut... the first rumour is out.
https://x.com/FulhamTransfer/status/1962910793164317102?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Etweet
The anti tourist mob aren't going to like this signing if it happens.
Quote from: cookieg on September 03, 2025, 09:05:11 AMQuote from: FFC007 on September 02, 2025, 10:26:50 PMNow the window has shut... the first rumour is out.
https://x.com/FulhamTransfer/status/1962910793164317102?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Etweet
The anti tourist mob aren't going to like this signing if it happens.
Would be great though, tourists bring money, they also help raise the profile of Fulham in other countries, bringing more money etc.
Inamoto brought in his supporters while he was with us.
I wonder how that Korean player is pronounced...
Unless we bring in an Asian player who loves Band Maid. So we can have them played at every home game. I don't see the point.
400 pages + 1/50
Quote from: KentFulham on September 03, 2025, 09:08:19 AMQuote from: cookieg on September 03, 2025, 09:05:11 AMQuote from: FFC007 on September 02, 2025, 10:26:50 PMNow the window has shut... the first rumour is out.
https://x.com/FulhamTransfer/status/1962910793164317102?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Etweet
The anti tourist mob aren't going to like this signing if it happens.
Would be great though, tourists bring money, they also help raise the profile of Fulham in other countries, bringing more money etc.
Absolutely - I think what people don't like is tourists who are just away fans filling up the stands.
We won't ever compete with the top clubs unless we grow our fan base and this would be the perfect way to do it.
Quote from: Lighthouse on September 03, 2025, 05:13:35 PMUnless we bring in an Asian player who loves Band Maid. So we can have them played at every home game. I don't see the point.
Blimey I would start going again.
The rejected Danilo bid plus the Tyrique George failure means we must have some ammo in January to play with...
Quote from: FFC007 on September 03, 2025, 07:57:54 PMThe rejected Danilo bid plus the Tyrique George failure means we must have some ammo in January to play with...
Tyrique George wasn't a failure,
We pulled plug on deal as we kept wilson having not got what we wanted for him. It was one in one out there
Does show we got money in the bank though.
Don't think transfer fees are the issue but wages.
Oh sweet mother of Jesus, not more transfers already.... :sad: :slap:
Quote from: Somerset Fulham on September 03, 2025, 09:12:50 PMOh sweet mother of Jesus, not more transfers already.... :sad: :slap:
Clubs can't stand still, even when the window has just closed.
Perhaps Khan will break his hoodoo and sign someone as the window opens!
Mitro cancelled his Saudi Contract and is off to Qatar
Hes done as a serious club level footballer
Quote from: rusty shackleford on September 04, 2025, 12:49:22 PMMitro cancelled his Saudi Contract and is off to Qatar
Hes done as a serious club level footballer
He was done when he left to play in Saudi. He will be well off but oh dear. A reputation ruined to all but the most biased of fans.
It depends how you look it. He's touted to be earning $10m per year in Qatar. If you look at it as a (short) career, rather than a calling, then you follow the money. He's not terribly likely to become a manager (in my opinion) so I don't know what kind of post-retirement career options he would have. He did enough in his mid years to generate offers for a huge payday and he's taken those with both hands. He's probably confirmed with the Serbia coach that he will still get picked for the national team, so what else is there? We have a very PL-centric view of the world but not everyone else does. He would also be a marked man if he came back - he was basically public enemy number 1 when he left.
I'd love us to have had a go for Mainoo, despite the United hierarchy saying no.
He would have really completed the midfield hole we have. Perhaps next summer when some of the contracts expire.
(https://i.imgur.com/nPydwVh.png)
(https://i.imgur.com/inWsUCT.jpeg)
Anyone reckon we can sign Scott Parkins?
Quote from: rusty shackleford on September 04, 2025, 12:49:22 PMMitro cancelled his Saudi Contract and is off to Qatar
Hes done as a serious club level footballer
We will see. Will he be in the Serbia national squad?
Quote from: copthornemike on September 04, 2025, 09:03:07 PMQuote from: rusty shackleford on September 04, 2025, 12:49:22 PMMitro cancelled his Saudi Contract and is off to Qatar
Hes done as a serious club level footballer
We will see. Will he be in the Serbia national squad?
International football os pretty low. But for some reason people still get excited about it.
Quote from: Lighthouse on September 04, 2025, 12:54:44 PMQuote from: rusty shackleford on September 04, 2025, 12:49:22 PMMitro cancelled his Saudi Contract and is off to Qatar
Hes done as a serious club level footballer
He was done when he left to play in Saudi. He will be well off but oh dear. A reputation ruined to all but the most biased of fans.
He could have had another decent season at Fulham and then could have dashed off to grab the oil money available.
Next to no chance now of him coming back to England when he gets bored over there.
Quote from: FFC007 on September 05, 2025, 01:44:06 PMQuote from: Lighthouse on September 04, 2025, 12:54:44 PMQuote from: rusty shackleford on September 04, 2025, 12:49:22 PMMitro cancelled his Saudi Contract and is off to Qatar
Hes done as a serious club level footballer
He was done when he left to play in Saudi. He will be well off but oh dear. A reputation ruined to all but the most biased of fans.
He could have had another decent season at Fulham and then could have dashed off to grab the oil money available.
Next to no chance now of him coming back to England when he gets bored over there.
I don't think he would have signed for a top 6 team so why not take the money at this stage of his career now
Lukic will definitely get a ban this season for cards... that could be the weak link when he's suspended. Reed doesn't the cut the mustard for me.
Definite need some more steel in that middle when the window open.
Quote from: FFC007 on September 05, 2025, 08:10:42 PMLukic will definitely get a ban this season for cards... that could be the weak link when he's suspended. Reed doesn't the cut the mustard for me.
Definite need some more steel in that middle when the window open.
In that case Berge will play the 6 and one of TC, Iwobi, King or Reed will play the 8. Perhaps too early for Seth to be trusted to step up.
Would like an enforcer type as an option but credit to reed he's a consummate professional squad man who doesn't complain. To my suprise given lack of game time he put in a great performance in the cup
What we should be looking for in the Winter window. Is a home grown player, born in Knightsbridge, good public school, then Sandhurst. The Riverside would be full all season and Champagne sales would go through the roof.
Quote from: I Ronic on September 06, 2025, 10:09:47 AMWhat we should be looking for in the Winter window. Is a home grown player, born in Knightsbridge, good public school, then Sandhurst. The Riverside would be full all season and Champagne sales would go through the roof.
But the atmosphere would take a nosedive
Quote from: LC on September 05, 2025, 05:56:51 PMQuote from: FFC007 on September 05, 2025, 01:44:06 PMQuote from: Lighthouse on September 04, 2025, 12:54:44 PMQuote from: rusty shackleford on September 04, 2025, 12:49:22 PMMitro cancelled his Saudi Contract and is off to Qatar
Hes done as a serious club level footballer
He was done when he left to play in Saudi. He will be well off but oh dear. A reputation ruined to all but the most biased of fans.
He could have had another decent season at Fulham and then could have dashed off to grab the oil money available.
Next to no chance now of him coming back to England when he gets bored over there.
I don't think he would have signed for a top 6 team so why not take the money at this stage of his career now
I don't really agree with the 'their careers are so short they have to take the money now' angle. (I know that's not heat you explicitly said).
But he was on £100k a week here. That's already more than double what most of the population earn in a year. Times by 52 weeks and that's more in one year than the average person earns in a lifetime of work.
Silva turned down a huge contract in Saudi, it leaves me disliking Mitro a bit how he behaved.
Quote from: FFC007 on September 05, 2025, 08:10:42 PMLukic will definitely get a ban this season for cards... that could be the weak link when he's suspended. Reed doesn't the cut the mustard for me.
Definite need some more steel in that middle when the window open.
Imagine if he had more bans than shots on goal?
Quote from: demeant0r on September 06, 2025, 11:30:25 AMQuote from: I Ronic on September 06, 2025, 10:09:47 AMWhat we should be looking for in the Winter window. Is a home grown player, born in Knightsbridge, good public school, then Sandhurst. The Riverside would be full all season and Champagne sales would go through the roof.
But the atmosphere would take a nosedive
I don't know. A standing ovation in the Riverside, with applause and 'by jingo the blighter has gorn and scored' 'bravo' might be something to see :)
Quote from: Jim© on September 06, 2025, 11:36:24 AMQuote from: LC on September 05, 2025, 05:56:51 PMQuote from: FFC007 on September 05, 2025, 01:44:06 PMQuote from: Lighthouse on September 04, 2025, 12:54:44 PMQuote from: rusty shackleford on September 04, 2025, 12:49:22 PMMitro cancelled his Saudi Contract and is off to Qatar
Hes done as a serious club level footballer
He was done when he left to play in Saudi. He will be well off but oh dear. A reputation ruined to all but the most biased of fans.
He could have had another decent season at Fulham and then could have dashed off to grab the oil money available.
Next to no chance now of him coming back to England when he gets bored over there.
I don't think he would have signed for a top 6 team so why not take the money at this stage of his career now
I don't really agree with the 'their careers are so short they have to take the money now' angle. (I know that's not heat you explicitly said).
But he was on £100k a week here. That's already more than double what most of the population earn in a year. Times by 52 weeks and that's more in one year than the average person earns in a lifetime of work.
Silva turned down a huge contract in Saudi, it leaves me disliking Mitro a bit how he behaved.
I don't either, I worked solidly for 50 years, apart for 3 weeks when I was made redundant, after all that time, I ended up when I retired with about £20,000 savings.
Quote from: I Ronic on September 06, 2025, 11:53:14 AMQuote from: demeant0r on September 06, 2025, 11:30:25 AMQuote from: I Ronic on September 06, 2025, 10:09:47 AMWhat we should be looking for in the Winter window. Is a home grown player, born in Knightsbridge, good public school, then Sandhurst. The Riverside would be full all season and Champagne sales would go through the roof.
But the atmosphere would take a nosedive
I don't know. A standing ovation in the Riverside, with applause and 'by jingo the blighter has gorn and scored' 'bravo' might be something to see :)
Only the common Oiks who can't speak properly or English at all live in and are born there. Only the stupidest of the stupid go to public school and all will have a criminal record by the time they have bankrupted the Nation by working in the City. Most of them will be unable to follow the rules of football and instead will attend Rugby because Daddy told them too.
All you have to do is see the state of the financial and political World to see that the moronic are the only Public School pupils who will pretend to talk like idiots because they know no other way. I hate stereotyping but you can't argue with facts. I bet some of them want to be referees as well.
Don't rule out another move for Tyrique George in Jan. Adama almost certainly off, especially if Wilson doesn't sign a new deal too
Adama is almost a certainty to depart next summer. Could have been a chance to ship him out in the last window and if we had got say £10m for him, George would have been a good replacement.
Quote from: WestSussexWhite on September 06, 2025, 01:49:10 PMDon't rule out another move for Tyrique George in Jan. Adama almost certainly off, especially if Wilson doesn't sign a new deal too
I think Wilson will stay and then depart on a freebie.
Quote from: WestSussexWhite on September 06, 2025, 01:49:10 PMDon't rule out another move for Tyrique George in Jan. Adama almost certainly off, especially if Wilson doesn't sign a new deal too
WSW is back, hope you are well.
We will need two new wingers next Summer as well assuming Adama and Wilson don't sign new contracts. Any business we can do in January to shift them for fees rather than lose them for free in the Summer would be good as long as we can also replace. George and another left footed RW would be good. Article today that Leeds could be back for Wilson in January.
Winger is the one real position where we don't really have anyone in the academy that could make the jump anytime soon. Some are high on Zepa but he hasn't been able to move up to the 21s and he isn't really dominating the 18s like you would expect a future PL player to do. If he does make it and he is just 17 so he has time, it would likely be a few years from now.
Any injuries we get long term could play a part in the winter window.
Does anyone know if this international break has lead to any injuries?
Quote from: demeant0r on September 09, 2025, 01:45:40 PMDoes anyone know if this international break has lead to any injuries?
Not for any Fulham players as far as I know. At least not any that have required the player to be subbed off. Still we have 8 players with matches left today(9 if you want to include LDF) so fingers crossed we come away clean.
I think we should sign Oscar Bobb in the January window.
Quote from: FFC1987 on September 09, 2025, 05:17:33 PMI think we should sign Oscar Bobb in the January window.
😅
Quote from: FFC1987 on September 09, 2025, 05:17:33 PMI think we should sign Oscar Bobb in the January window.
If Mainoo is available then him.
Various quotes from Marco, exciting he seems to rate JKA - and unsurprisingly is unhappy about the midfielder situation. There's also a quote for
@Angus Telford there on net spend.
https://x.com/jackellyffc/status/1966493648104665457
https://x.com/jackellyffc/status/1966484358086205929
https://x.com/jackellyffc/status/1966484596607893677
Quote from: hopper on September 12, 2025, 02:58:36 PMVarious quotes from Marco, exciting he seems to rate JKA - and unsurprisingly is unhappy about the midfielder situation. There's also a quote for @Angus Telford there on net spend.
https://x.com/jackellyffc/status/1966493648104665457
https://x.com/jackellyffc/status/1966484358086205929
https://x.com/jackellyffc/status/1966484596607893677
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No S**t shirlick
Marco needs to get over it & get on with the squad he has. It's his choice to stay or go at the end of the season.
King has replaced Periera, an upgrade in my view.
Cairney & Reed, one or other or both should have been replaced. That is likely next summer with or without Silva at the helm.
A manager is always going to moan about not having the squad he wants. If we get mid table then he has again overachieved, whereas if he says he is happy and doesn't get Europe he has underachieved. We have just dropped £40m on a winger. And largely kept the squad together. AP went but that was a move I think Marco was in favour of. We have at least 2 players in every position and 3 in some. Our net spend is low but the SCR is high. The Khan's are doing well by the fans and Marco is a superb coach but be under no illusion his personal ambition is just that.
Quote from: FFC1987 on September 09, 2025, 05:17:33 PMI think we should sign Oscar Bobb in the January window.
. More chance of signing Oscar the grouch than Oscar Bobb
Oscar Bobby and Mainoo ?
Meant to add lad at Leicester on left wing, think name is Mongu
Quote from: TB1973 on September 12, 2025, 09:32:21 PMMeant to add lad at Leicester on left wing, think name is Mongu
Jeremy Monga and he's tremendous. He'll probably go straight to the top though.
Quote from: hopper on September 12, 2025, 07:05:18 PMQuote from: TB1973 on September 12, 2025, 06:31:55 PMNo S**t shirlick
Excuse me?
I think he was referring to Shirlick Hilmes, and his faithful assistant, Witsin.
Quote from: btffc on September 12, 2025, 09:44:30 PMQuote from: TB1973 on September 12, 2025, 09:32:21 PMMeant to add lad at Leicester on left wing, think name is Mongu
Jeremy Monga and he's tremendous. He'll probably go straight to the top though.
Madrid are after him...
Quote from: Super Mick on September 12, 2025, 09:26:54 PMQuote from: FFC1987 on September 09, 2025, 05:17:33 PMI think we should sign Oscar Bobb in the January window.
. More chance of signing Oscar the grouch than Oscar Bobb
Is he any good?
Who are we signing in January :Khan_you_fix_it:? :slap:
Quote from: FFC007 on September 27, 2025, 09:02:25 AMWho are we signing in January :Khan_you_fix_it:? :slap:
Best signing would be new contracts for Marco, Harry and Rodrigo
Potter Sacked, Been rumours of Marco to WHU recently
Quote from: rusty shackleford on September 27, 2025, 10:49:15 AMPotter Sacked, Been rumours of Marco to WHU recently
Nope, Nuno seems to the frontrunner
Quote from: demeant0r on September 27, 2025, 10:17:42 AMQuote from: FFC007 on September 27, 2025, 09:02:25 AMWho are we signing in January :Khan_you_fix_it:? :slap:
Best signing would be new contracts for Marco, Harry and Rodrigo
And then we'd have to find something else to moan about.
I guess there's always the bogs in the Hammy!
Quote from: I Ronic on September 27, 2025, 01:42:01 PMQuote from: demeant0r on September 27, 2025, 10:17:42 AMQuote from: FFC007 on September 27, 2025, 09:02:25 AMWho are we signing in January :Khan_you_fix_it:? :slap:
Best signing would be new contracts for Marco, Harry and Rodrigo
And then we'd have to find something else to moan about.
I guess there's always the bogs in the Hammy!
And the bog roll in the Riverside!
Quote from: I Ronic on September 27, 2025, 01:42:01 PMQuote from: demeant0r on September 27, 2025, 10:17:42 AMQuote from: FFC007 on September 27, 2025, 09:02:25 AMWho are we signing in January :Khan_you_fix_it:? :slap:
Best signing would be new contracts for Marco, Harry and Rodrigo
And then we'd have to find something else to moan about.
I guess there's always the bogs in the Hammy!
The pint prices
I think I know TK's plans and why he didn't purchase a CM this summer. He had a premonition Wolves would get relegated and we'd be able to buy Andre cheap :slap:
https://footballleagueworld.co.uk/fulham-plot-hayden-hackney-move-after-middlesbrough-scouting-missions/
Quote from: fulhamfan on September 30, 2025, 01:06:25 PMhttps://footballleagueworld.co.uk/fulham-plot-hayden-hackney-move-after-middlesbrough-scouting-missions/
Yes please. He would walk into this midfield right now.
Think we messed up by missing out on Sean Longstaff a good, young number 8 who only cost Leeds around £10m.
The German Stach in Leeds mf looks pretty formidable.
Is the guy who just scored an OG against Chelsea the guy we've been linked for the last couple of windows!?
Where is Angus?
And Jay for that matter.
Quote from: demeant0r on September 30, 2025, 01:14:12 PMQuote from: fulhamfan on September 30, 2025, 01:06:25 PMhttps://footballleagueworld.co.uk/fulham-plot-hayden-hackney-move-after-middlesbrough-scouting-missions/
Yes please. He would walk into this midfield right now.
Not from what I've been watching tonight?
Quote from: BestOfBrede on September 30, 2025, 09:24:23 PMQuote from: demeant0r on September 30, 2025, 01:14:12 PMQuote from: fulhamfan on September 30, 2025, 01:06:25 PMhttps://footballleagueworld.co.uk/fulham-plot-hayden-hackney-move-after-middlesbrough-scouting-missions/
Yes please. He would walk into this midfield right now.
Not from what I've been watching tonight?
But not many players can do it against Stoke on wet Tuesday night
Looks a great prospect... Spurs and Man U are sniffing around too.
Quote from: Jims Dentist on September 30, 2025, 01:16:56 PMThink we messed up by missing out on Sean Longstaff a good, young number 8 who only cost Leeds around £10m.
The German Stach in Leeds mf looks pretty formidable.
Longstaff looked league 1 level against us.
Quote from: Somerset Fulham on September 30, 2025, 09:09:42 PMWhere is Angus?
And Jay for that matter.
working on our podcast and planning weekend brunches together
Quote from: Somerset Fulham on October 03, 2025, 12:52:16 PMQuote from: jayffc on October 03, 2025, 11:55:16 AMQuote from: Somerset Fulham on September 30, 2025, 09:09:42 PMWhere is Angus?
And Jay for that matter.
working on our podcast and planning weekend brunches together
Ha! :slap:
On this note
Have been saying this for years when people have been berating the recruitment and said our board have no plan , no forward thinking, or Silva doesn't care about the future etc etc ...
It always appeared clear to me the plan since promotion this time out was : establish a base of experienced players with proven quality to keep us on the league and establish ourselves at a level capable of pushing on and attracting the next level of players ... And THEN add youth steadily with a view to talking over from some of those older players as they move on.
https://x.com/jackellyffc/status/1973864064657887598?t=1a0gnIt45yJxd740_v2VAA&s=19
https://x.com/jackellyffc/status/1973864064783704417?t=dl7oN5J8NrkBafBXJygGpQ&s=19
https://x.com/jackellyffc/status/1973864316685144099?t=1dCHHh88hE9F-atgR7RSzQ&s=19
Confirmed
https://x.com/FulhamTransfer/status/1976562394710397230?t=GATsj_VJcjE0m6w1t6mRjg&s=19
Another one that , if true, suggests it's not always about dilly dallying
We were linked with fofana early in the window before the deal seemed to disappear. Allegedly we matched the valuation for him at a pretty huge fee (package worth 45m) but he didn't want the move.
As ever no one fully knows what goes on behind the scenes. A shame we couldn't convince him, not surprised after seeing cherkis trajectory that he opted to stick at Lyon.
Based on recent experience I suspect we will get nobody worthwhile in January unless we are in a relegation dog fight. Maybe a questionable loan. My opinion is, don't hold your breath waiting for anyone decent.
Too negative? Well it's just my opinion.
Quote from: Andrew on October 10, 2025, 11:54:55 AMBased on recent experience I suspect we will get nobody worthwhile in January unless we are in a relegation dog fight. Maybe a questionable loan. My opinion is, don't hold your breath waiting for anyone decent.
Too negative? Well it's just my opinion.
Nah I'd say a fair assessment given previous windows.
If we don't sell anyone then I think we potentially pick up a CM.
Then perhaps a replacement if we sell one of Wilson or Adama.
If January ends up being an active window then we will either have a longish injury list or our position in the league is of concern. Hoping not the latter but gut feeling currently of this season so far is it might be a season of upheaval compared to what we have witnessed the last few.
Very likely we see an early acquisition in the midfield area wherever we are.
Quote from: JimmyConway on October 10, 2025, 01:17:23 PMIf January ends up being an active window then we will either have a longish injury list or our position in the league is of concern. Hoping not the latter but gut feeling currently of this season so far is it might be a season of upheaval compared to what we have witnessed the last few.
Very likely we see an early acquisition in the midfield area wherever we are.
we are losing players to african nations cup too which is worrying me given our start to the season.
Quote from: Slaphead in Qatar on October 10, 2025, 01:55:00 PMQuote from: JimmyConway on October 10, 2025, 01:17:23 PMIf January ends up being an active window then we will either have a longish injury list or our position in the league is of concern. Hoping not the latter but gut feeling currently of this season so far is it might be a season of upheaval compared to what we have witnessed the last few.
Very likely we see an early acquisition in the midfield area wherever we are.
we are losing players to african nations cup too which is worrying me given our start to the season.
We were doing just fine before the Raul and Muniz injury despite a tough set of fixtures to start the season. If it weren't for insane VAR decisions would have been even higher. Just hoping we get our strikers and full backs back asap.
Reasons for Romulo move failing confirmed
Player wanted Leipzig given their history of developing top European strikers
https://x.com/vtrspor/status/1977337719228440809?t=9jTl2d3vmCpgGaOhAV7hlA&s=19
Translation
Romulo: "There were a few offers
from Brazil, but my goal was Europe.
Göztepe was a great opportunity
because the club was part of a football
corporation owned by Southampton
This could potentially make a move
there easier in the future. I came here
believing in this project.
I proved myself at Göztepe, I didn't go to
Southampton, but other doors opened.
The project worked out.
Some teams came close to reaching
an agreement with Göztepe, but Zenit
wasn't my priority. Fulham was also an
option, but I always prioritized Leipzig
Because many great strikers have
been developed here, which was very
appealing to me."
Quote from: Andrew on October 10, 2025, 11:54:55 AMBased on recent experience I suspect we will get nobody worthwhile in January unless we are in a relegation dog fight. Maybe a questionable loan. My opinion is, don't hold your breath waiting for anyone decent. Too negative? Well it's just my opinion.
No, not too negative. Nothing really happens of significance during winter window. Best to simply assume the club is what it is at present and will be until seasons' end.
Quote from: jayffc on October 10, 2025, 11:31:19 AMhttps://x.com/FulhamTransfer/status/1976562394710397230?t=GATsj_VJcjE0m6w1t6mRjg&s=19
Another one that , if true, suggests it's not always about dilly dallying
We were linked with fofana early in the window before the deal seemed to disappear. Allegedly we matched the valuation for him at a pretty huge fee (package worth 45m) but he didn't want the move.
As ever no one fully knows what goes on behind the scenes. A shame we couldn't convince him, not surprised after seeing cherkis trajectory that he opted to stick at Lyon.
Would have been such an amazing signing, but I think probably right for the player who is destined for big things.
As with Romulo too, players generally are going to prefer clubs playing in Europe with big fanbases if in a half decent league.
Samu and Kevin I think are pretty good gets for us. I guess you have to hope to spot players like Malick Fofana when they're still a bit more under the radar at Gent. Obviously hard to do, Brighton are amazing at that kind of signing.
I would be pleased if we sign two of the players we have been linked with, Hayden Hackney who looks like one of if not the best midfielders in the Championship and Flaco Lopez, striker from Palmeiras as a long term replacement for Raul.
Hayden Hackney being looked at again.
Khan needs to start getting his act together NOW and look for reinforcements for January.
After the poor start this season, we cannot afford to be on the back foot like we were in the last transfer window, or we could be in serious do doos.
McAtee from Nottingham? Not even on the bench this weekend...
If we spend money in the winter transfer window , then we will have less money for next season when we might needed it even more than now (such as yo-yoing).
Our squad is good enough to get a few more clean sheets, a couple more goals and a few decisions going our way. If we can stay ahead of two of Forest, West Ham and Wolves, then we won't get relegated as Leeds or Burnley are going back down.
Before we panic and spend our way to get relegated in 2027/28, it is worth noting that we have the hardest draw of any team in the bottom half of the table (at least according to transfermarkt) and the easiest remaining draw for any team below Palace in the table.
Quote from: We Are Premier League on October 28, 2025, 03:22:57 AMMcAtee from Nottingham? Not even on the bench this weekend...
A January loan with an option to buy seems like a decent option for all parties here.
I'd be happy with McAtee here
CM depth will surely be the priority. We haven't seen a significant January incoming in quite some time, but depending on how table is looking and availability, it wouldn't surprised me if our hand was forced a bit.
CM and striker, and for MS to change the system up from this defensive setup
Quote from: KentFulham on October 28, 2025, 09:04:18 AMCM and striker, and for MS to change the system up from this defensive setup
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CM , yes
Highly unlikely we sign a striker till the summer unless someone is ruled out injured indefinately. Especially with JKA and ALB in reserve for the future.
Raul likely off in the summer so unless we randomly get a little money for him Jan, which I doubt, then I highly doubt we sign a 4th player for a position we play 1 player.
Hopefully by then Joshua is a bit more integrated and able to pick up more minutes. Well replace Raul next summer I'd think.
Quote from: jayffc on October 28, 2025, 10:12:10 AMQuote from: KentFulham on October 28, 2025, 09:04:18 AMCM and striker, and for MS to change the system up from this defensive setup
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CM , yes
Highly unlikely we sign a striker till the summer unless someone is ruled out injured indefinately. Especially with JKA and ALB in reserve for the future.
Raul likely off in the summer so unless we randomly get a little money for him Jan, which I doubt, then I highly doubt we sign a 4th player for a position we play 1 player.
Hopefully by then Joshua is a bit more integrated and able to pick up more minutes. Well replace Raul next summer I'd think.
Raul has to go in the summer because we need him off the wage bill. Same with Leno so we need to be thinking about a new GK soon.
Quote from: jayffc on October 28, 2025, 10:12:10 AMQuote from: KentFulham on October 28, 2025, 09:04:18 AMCM and striker, and for MS to change the system up from this defensive setup
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CM , yes
Highly unlikely we sign a striker till the summer unless someone is ruled out injured indefinately. Especially with JKA and ALB in reserve for the future.
Raul likely off in the summer so unless we randomly get a little money for him Jan, which I doubt, then I highly doubt we sign a 4th player for a position we play 1 player.
Hopefully by then Joshua is a bit more integrated and able to pick up more minutes. Well replace Raul next summer I'd think.
To be honest I question why we only play 1 anyway, Mitro left and we have spent so long trying to shape others to a system.
Sky sports reporting West Ham interested in Adama for January.... Linking up Espírito Santo.
They are in poo too, you would not sell him to them
Quote from: FFC007 on November 11, 2025, 04:08:45 PMSky sports reporting West Ham interested in Adama for January.... Linking up Espírito Santo.
I'd be for this. I do love Adama but the guy just isn't starting for us and if we do need to bring a manager in as well, having a bit more money wouldn't do any harm as he'll no doubt walk at end of season.
Nadiem Amiri and Franculino, please.
We need a technical and a hard-working ball carrier in the midfield and Amiri is just like that.
Franculino Dju, built for the Premiership, a quick, strong and knows where the goal is.
Quote from: Pavel Dempsey on November 22, 2025, 09:49:13 AMNadiem Amiri and Franculino, please.
We need a technical and a hard-working ball carrier in the midfield and Amiri is just like that.
Franculino Dju, built for the Premiership, a quick, strong and knows where the goal is.
Dju looks like Saha in build and speed but more left footed than TC
Quote from: Lighthouse on September 04, 2025, 12:54:44 PMQuote from: rusty shackleford on September 04, 2025, 12:49:22 PMMitro cancelled his Saudi Contract and is off to Qatar
Hes done as a serious club level footballer
He was done when he left to play in Saudi. He will be well off but oh dear. A reputation ruined to all but the most biased of fans.
Yes he has tainted his legacy, added to the poor way he orchestrated his departure from Fulham.
Unfortunately greed is the only snake that cannot be charmed.
Although you can only wear one pair of trousers at a time.
There are no winners hear, and to think that if he had stayed at Fulham and kept in shape, he would still be our talisman,and terrorising defenders and knocking in goals, which at the time he loved it.
Then when he decides to retire he would have been a legend in his own lifetime.
With wonderful memories for himself especially.
As well as his fans.
Instead he chose to be a legend in his own lunch time, and will now spend a great deal of time counting his 💷💵💶💰, but will he have enough time
left to spend it.
Quote from: Pavel Dempsey on November 22, 2025, 09:49:13 AMNadiem Amiri and Franculino, please.
We need a technical and a hard-working ball carrier in the midfield and Amiri is just like that.
Franculino Dju, built for the Premiership, a quick, strong and knows where the goal is.
Franculino looks great. Top scorer in the danish league and 14 goals in 14 games this season
But i doubt he would leave european football in january to come join us.
Supposedly dortmund and bayern are also interested
Reports that we are trying to make Chuk a permanent deal in January.
Quote from: AustrianGeezer on November 22, 2025, 06:16:32 PMQuote from: Pavel Dempsey on November 22, 2025, 09:49:13 AMNadiem Amiri and Franculino, please.
We need a technical and a hard-working ball carrier in the midfield and Amiri is just like that.
Franculino Dju, built for the Premiership, a quick, strong and knows where the goal is.
Franculino looks great. Top scorer in the danish league and 14 goals in 14 games this season
But i doubt he would leave european football in january to come join us.
Supposedly dortmund and bayern are also interested
I'm fairly sure that most players would trade the Danish Superliga for the Premier League for so many reasons, irrespective of their current club playing in Europe. I agree that Francolino is exactly like the type of player we should be looking at.
Quote from: sunburywhite on November 22, 2025, 11:06:38 AMQuote from: Pavel Dempsey on November 22, 2025, 09:49:13 AMNadiem Amiri and Franculino, please.
We need a technical and a hard-working ball carrier in the midfield and Amiri is just like that.
Franculino Dju, built for the Premiership, a quick, strong and knows where the goal is.
Dju looks like Saha in build and speed but more left footed than TC
Amiri really does look very good albeit 29 years old. And we can use our 2 domestic loans in January?
Quote from: Whitestone on November 25, 2025, 11:50:53 AMQuote from: AustrianGeezer on November 22, 2025, 06:16:32 PMQuote from: Pavel Dempsey on November 22, 2025, 09:49:13 AMNadiem Amiri and Franculino, please.
We need a technical and a hard-working ball carrier in the midfield and Amiri is just like that.
Franculino Dju, built for the Premiership, a quick, strong and knows where the goal is.
Franculino looks great. Top scorer in the danish league and 14 goals in 14 games this season
But i doubt he would leave european football in january to come join us.
Supposedly dortmund and bayern are also interested
I'm fairly sure that most players would trade the Danish Superliga for the Premier League for so many reasons, irrespective of their current club playing in Europe. I agree that Francolino is exactly like the type of player we should be looking at.
Do you really think most players would trade winning the league, being top goalscorer and playing well in europe for a potential relegation battle in january?
My transfer picks
1) Ben white loan
2) Gustavo Hamer
3) João Gomes
4) Richarlison or Ricardo Pepi he has fallen off could get him for a decent price
Quote from: AustrianGeezer on November 26, 2025, 04:55:00 PMQuote from: Whitestone on November 25, 2025, 11:50:53 AMQuote from: AustrianGeezer on November 22, 2025, 06:16:32 PMQuote from: Pavel Dempsey on November 22, 2025, 09:49:13 AMNadiem Amiri and Franculino, please.
We need a technical and a hard-working ball carrier in the midfield and Amiri is just like that.
Franculino Dju, built for the Premiership, a quick, strong and knows where the goal is.
Franculino looks great. Top scorer in the danish league and 14 goals in 14 games this season
But i doubt he would leave european football in january to come join us.
Supposedly dortmund and bayern are also interested
I'm fairly sure that most players would trade the Danish Superliga for the Premier League for so many reasons, irrespective of their current club playing in Europe. I agree that Francolino is exactly like the type of player we should be looking at.
Do you really think most players would trade winning the league, being top goalscorer and playing well in europe for a potential relegation battle in january?
I do. Most players would trade the Danish league for the PL in a heartbeat, although the above mentioned circumstances may of course play a part in some cases.
I also don't think we will be in a relegation battle, or even very close. BUt I'm a glass half full kind of person I guess.
Quote from: AustrianGeezer on November 26, 2025, 04:55:00 PMQuote from: Whitestone on November 25, 2025, 11:50:53 AMQuote from: AustrianGeezer on November 22, 2025, 06:16:32 PMQuote from: Pavel Dempsey on November 22, 2025, 09:49:13 AMNadiem Amiri and Franculino, please.
We need a technical and a hard-working ball carrier in the midfield and Amiri is just like that.
Franculino Dju, built for the Premiership, a quick, strong and knows where the goal is.
Franculino looks great. Top scorer in the danish league and 14 goals in 14 games this season
But i doubt he would leave european football in january to come join us.
Supposedly dortmund and bayern are also interested
I'm fairly sure that most players would trade the Danish Superliga for the Premier League for so many reasons, irrespective of their current club playing in Europe. I agree that Francolino is exactly like the type of player we should be looking at.
Do you really think most players would trade winning the league, being top goalscorer and playing well in europe for a potential relegation battle in january?
Absolutely, 100%. We're talking about a player trading a small town club that most people have probably never heard of, located in the middle of Denmark to play for a London based club in the best league in the world. It's a no brainer. And that's before you consider the huge hike in wages the player would undoubtedly get.
https://sportwitness.co.uk/arsenal-in-picture-for-22-g-a-star-franculino-dju-now-backed-for-big-move/
Arsenal have locked onto him too...
Oh well.
Quote from: Whitestone on November 27, 2025, 08:56:22 AMQuote from: AustrianGeezer on November 26, 2025, 04:55:00 PMQuote from: Whitestone on November 25, 2025, 11:50:53 AMQuote from: AustrianGeezer on November 22, 2025, 06:16:32 PMQuote from: Pavel Dempsey on November 22, 2025, 09:49:13 AMNadiem Amiri and Franculino, please.
We need a technical and a hard-working ball carrier in the midfield and Amiri is just like that.
Franculino Dju, built for the Premiership, a quick, strong and knows where the goal is.
Franculino looks great. Top scorer in the danish league and 14 goals in 14 games this season
But i doubt he would leave european football in january to come join us.
Supposedly dortmund and bayern are also interested
I'm fairly sure that most players would trade the Danish Superliga for the Premier League for so many reasons, irrespective of their current club playing in Europe. I agree that Francolino is exactly like the type of player we should be looking at.
Do you really think most players would trade winning the league, being top goalscorer and playing well in europe for a potential relegation battle in january?
Absolutely, 100%. We're talking about a player trading a small town club that most people have probably never heard of, located in the middle of Denmark to play for a London based club in the best league in the world. It's a no brainer. And that's before you consider the huge hike in wages the player would undoubtedly get.
You're acting like football fans dont know Midtjylland. That sounds like classic premier league arrogance
Why would he come to small old fulham in january, when he will certainly have much better offers in the summer?
To the outside we are certainly in a relegation battle
Here's one to keep an eye on, Canadian international Promise David, currently playing and scoring in the Belgium League, 24 years old and 6ft 5inches tall,
It's rumoured that West Ham and Brighton have been watching him, anyone familiar with him ?
Quote from: AustrianGeezer on November 27, 2025, 12:24:05 PMQuote from: Whitestone on November 27, 2025, 08:56:22 AMQuote from: AustrianGeezer on November 26, 2025, 04:55:00 PMQuote from: Whitestone on November 25, 2025, 11:50:53 AMQuote from: AustrianGeezer on November 22, 2025, 06:16:32 PMQuote from: Pavel Dempsey on November 22, 2025, 09:49:13 AMNadiem Amiri and Franculino, please.
We need a technical and a hard-working ball carrier in the midfield and Amiri is just like that.
Franculino Dju, built for the Premiership, a quick, strong and knows where the goal is.
Franculino looks great. Top scorer in the danish league and 14 goals in 14 games this season
But i doubt he would leave european football in january to come join us.
Supposedly dortmund and bayern are also interested
I'm fairly sure that most players would trade the Danish Superliga for the Premier League for so many reasons, irrespective of their current club playing in Europe. I agree that Francolino is exactly like the type of player we should be looking at.
Do you really think most players would trade winning the league, being top goalscorer and playing well in europe for a potential relegation battle in january?
Absolutely, 100%. We're talking about a player trading a small town club that most people have probably never heard of, located in the middle of Denmark to play for a London based club in the best league in the world. It's a no brainer. And that's before you consider the huge hike in wages the player would undoubtedly get.
You're acting like football fans dont know Midtjylland. That sounds like classic premier league arrogance
Why would he come to small old fulham in january, when he will certainly have much better offers in the summer?
To the outside we are certainly in a relegation battle
Because 'small old Fulham' play in the English Premier League. He may well have other offers, who knows? Playing in Europe didn't stop Kevin, another young Brazilian prospect leaving Shaktar Donetsk for 'small old Fulham'.
Quote from: Whitestone on November 27, 2025, 01:57:00 PMQuote from: AustrianGeezer on November 27, 2025, 12:24:05 PMQuote from: Whitestone on November 27, 2025, 08:56:22 AMQuote from: AustrianGeezer on November 26, 2025, 04:55:00 PMQuote from: Whitestone on November 25, 2025, 11:50:53 AMQuote from: AustrianGeezer on November 22, 2025, 06:16:32 PMQuote from: Pavel Dempsey on November 22, 2025, 09:49:13 AMNadiem Amiri and Franculino, please.
We need a technical and a hard-working ball carrier in the midfield and Amiri is just like that.
Franculino Dju, built for the Premiership, a quick, strong and knows where the goal is.
Franculino looks great. Top scorer in the danish league and 14 goals in 14 games this season
But i doubt he would leave european football in january to come join us.
Supposedly dortmund and bayern are also interested
I'm fairly sure that most players would trade the Danish Superliga for the Premier League for so many reasons, irrespective of their current club playing in Europe. I agree that Francolino is exactly like the type of player we should be looking at.
Do you really think most players would trade winning the league, being top goalscorer and playing well in europe for a potential relegation battle in january?
Absolutely, 100%. We're talking about a player trading a small town club that most people have probably never heard of, located in the middle of Denmark to play for a London based club in the best league in the world. It's a no brainer. And that's before you consider the huge hike in wages the player would undoubtedly get.
You're acting like football fans dont know Midtjylland. That sounds like classic premier league arrogance
Why would he come to small old fulham in january, when he will certainly have much better offers in the summer?
To the outside we are certainly in a relegation battle
Because 'small old Fulham' play in the English Premier League. He may well have other offers, who knows? Playing in Europe didn't stop Kevin, another young Brazilian prospect leaving Shaktar Donetsk for 'small old Fulham'.
You do realize we're talking about january transfers?
Leaving a club mid-season is completely different
I'm not saying there's no way he would join us, I'm glad if he does
Adama to West Ham for £5m in January being touted this morning ....
James McAtee or Connor Gallagher for me or even both if we can,
Sell Lukic and Adama as that will help towards it.
Quote from: C Block on December 04, 2025, 09:25:49 AMJames McAtee or Connor Gallagher for me or even both if we can,
Sell Lukic and Adama as that will help towards it.
Lukic was 5th in our POTS vote last season and started this season really well(much better than Berge for example) and won the MOTM vote at least once(maybe more, but I definitely remember him winning it at least one time and he definitely got a lot of votes in multiple MOTM votes). He has one poor game(in terms of passing and first touch) , and suddenly we should sell him?
Quote from: SerbianLad on December 04, 2025, 09:48:34 AMQuote from: C Block on December 04, 2025, 09:25:49 AMJames McAtee or Connor Gallagher for me or even both if we can,
Sell Lukic and Adama as that will help towards it.
Lukic was 5th in our POTS vote last season and started this season really well(much better than Berge for example) and won the MOTM vote at least once(maybe more, but I definitely remember him winning it at least one time and he definitely got a lot of votes in multiple MOTM votes). He has one poor game(in terms of passing and first touch, and suddenly we should sell him?
My stance on this would be, clearly we don't sell.....But I do think Lukic and Berge have shown enough times now that neither are the answer to the 8 role, especially when played together. But we need two players for every position was both in this squad competing for the 6 is the optimum position. That might mean Lukic takes more time on the bench though as currently, Berge is excelling in the 6 role, but form changes so maybe Lukic when given an opportunity will step up.
We still desperately need an 8. Box to box, occasional goal with decent passing range an combative. Perhaps With ESR excelling, King is that man, but I still don't think we have any decent 8's so one in January is on my wish list.
Quote from: FFC1987 on December 04, 2025, 09:52:32 AMMy stance on this would be, clearly we don't sell.....But I do think Lukic and Berge have shown enough times now that neither are the answer to the 8 role, especially when played together. But we need two players for every position was both in this squad competing for the 6 is the optimum position. That might mean Lukic takes more time on the bench though as currently, Berge is excelling in the 6 role, but form changes so maybe Lukic when given an opportunity will step up.
We still desperately need an 8. Box to box, occasional goal with decent passing range an combative. Perhaps With ESR excelling, King is that man, but I still don't think we have any decent 8's so one in January is on my wish list.
I said multiple times we need an 8. And Marco said so himself. If we sell Lukic, we need an 8 and a 6. I still think there are games where Berge and Lukic can play together (it might have even worked against Man City if Lukic didn't have such a poor passing game).
Quote from: SerbianLad on December 04, 2025, 09:48:34 AMQuote from: C Block on December 04, 2025, 09:25:49 AMJames McAtee or Connor Gallagher for me or even both if we can,
Sell Lukic and Adama as that will help towards it.
Lukic was 5th in our POTS vote last season and started this season really well(much better than Berge for example) and won the MOTM vote at least once(maybe more, but I definitely remember him winning it at least one time and he definitely got a lot of votes in multiple MOTM votes). He has one poor game(in terms of passing and first touch, and suddenly we should sell him?
Yes absolutely we should, unless you can convince me that there aren't better options out there for his position,
Brentford, Brighton, Bournemouth and Palace supporters all embrace the sale of their players as they all understand the importance of turnover,
But for whatever reason Fulham supporters always have a meltdown when selling a player is suggested,
Buy Low Sell High and keep doing it .
Quote from: C Block on December 04, 2025, 10:02:53 AMYes absolutely we should, unless you can convince me that there aren't better options out there for his position,
Brentford, Brighton, Bournemouth and Palace supporters all embrace the sale of their players as they all understand the importance of turnover,
But for whatever reason Fulham supporters always have a meltdown when selling a player is suggested,
Buy Low Sell High and keep doing it .
Again, he was 5th in POTM vote last season and started this season really well. Even Marco said he was one of our most consistent players. Since he's injury his performances were mixed. Great against Newcastle, not so good against Everton, good against Spurs and pretty poor against Man City. Still not sure why we would sell a player that's been one of our most consistent performers over the last two seasons. I'm not against selling players, I'm against selling players like Lukic.
It's going to be interesting to see how Silva deals with the AFCON situation when we lose Iwobi, Bassey & Chukwueze if they are picked.
We need midfield players who can score, palhinha always chipped in with 3 or 4 in the 6 position and we need more from the 8 position.
Quote from: EN1 FFC on December 04, 2025, 10:16:33 AMIt's going to be interesting to see how Silva deals with the AFCON situation when we lose Iwobi, Bassey & Chukwueze if they are picked.
I don't think there's a chance that any one of the 3 doesn't go to AFCON unless they pick up an injury.
Quote from: Thailand Mick on December 04, 2025, 10:16:45 AMWe need midfield players who can score, palhinha always chipped in with 3 or 4 in the 6 position and we need more from the 8 position.
Not only score a few having a bit of forward vision would not go a miss.
Fulham will have to pay AC Milan 28 million euros (£24.5m) to make 26-year-old Nigeria winger Samuel Chukwueze's loan move permanent. (Calcio Mercato - in Italian)
Quote from: ffc73 on December 04, 2025, 01:05:00 PMFulham will have to pay AC Milan 28 million euros (£24.5m) to make 26-year-old Nigeria winger Samuel Chukwueze's loan move permanent. (Calcio Mercato - in Italian)
Seems like a pretty fair price to me.
Quote from: SerbianLad on December 04, 2025, 10:07:31 AMQuote from: C Block on December 04, 2025, 10:02:53 AMAgain, he was 5th in POTM vote last season and started this season really well. Even Marco said he was one of our most consistent players. Since he's injury his performances were mixed. Great against Newcastle, not so good against Everton, good against Spurs and pretty poor against Man City. Still not sure why we would sell a player that's been one of our most consistent performers over the last two seasons. I'm not against selling players, I'm against selling players like Lukic.
I think the point is that clubs like Palace, Brentford, Brighton and Bournemouth sell their best players for profit.
So even if Lukic was our POTS he's still sellable if the price is right and a replacement of similar or superior level player can be brought in for less.
Quote from: Hatch007 on December 04, 2025, 01:32:15 PMI think the point is that clubs like Palace, Brentford, Brighton and Bournemouth sell their best players for profit.
So even if Lukic was our POTS he's still sellable if the price is right and a replacement of similar or superior level player can be brought in for less.
They do that with young players, they keep most of their experienced players. They would probably sell King at the end of the season or the season after that.
Behind a paywall but says Mainoo ready to leave United on loan. Would be a great Jan pick up if possible considering our midfield issues.
https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6864742/2025/12/05/kobbie-mainoo-manchester-united-transfer-loan-january/
Quote from: hopper on December 05, 2025, 02:41:08 PMBehind a paywall but says Mainoo ready to leave United on loan. Would be a great Jan pick up if possible considering our midfield issues.
https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6864742/2025/12/05/kobbie-mainoo-manchester-united-transfer-loan-january/
Just came here to start this discussion. Seems like the type of thing that could work wonders for both party's. We get a potentially key CM, and he is hungry to make the England squad. Would almost prefer this to a signing. then address the situation properly in the summer
Quote from: hongkongfulham on December 06, 2025, 06:50:42 AMQuote from: hopper on December 05, 2025, 02:41:08 PMBehind a paywall but says Mainoo ready to leave United on loan. Would be a great Jan pick up if possible considering our midfield issues.
https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6864742/2025/12/05/kobbie-mainoo-manchester-united-transfer-loan-january/
Just came here to start this discussion. Seems like the type of thing that could work wonders for both party's. We get a potentially key CM, and he is hungry to make the England squad. Would almost prefer this to a signing. then address the situation properly in the summer
I agree
Whatever happened with the Hayden Hackney rumour?
Quote from: hongkongfulham on December 06, 2025, 06:50:42 AMQuote from: hopper on December 05, 2025, 02:41:08 PMBehind a paywall but says Mainoo ready to leave United on loan. Would be a great Jan pick up if possible considering our midfield issues.
https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6864742/2025/12/05/kobbie-mainoo-manchester-united-transfer-loan-january/
Just came here to start this discussion. Seems like the type of thing that could work wonders for both party's. We get a potentially key CM, and he is hungry to make the England squad. Would almost prefer this to a signing. then address the situation properly in the summer
I'm a big fan of Mainoo and so on the face of it a loan sounds very appealing. However, I do wonder whether his attributes are what we currently need for our midfield?
I doubt Boro would let Hackney go in January, given where they are in the Championship and how integral he is to that - MOTM again at Hull last night apparently.
And if we did manage to prise him away by paying top dollar, would he be Premier League ready? It's a big step up to instantly hit the ground running in this division and the Adam Whartons are few and far between.
Quote from: Ara's bacon crisps on December 06, 2025, 10:44:44 AMI doubt Boro would let Hackney go in January, given where they are in the Championship and how integral he is to that - MOTM again at Hull last night apparently.
And if we did manage to prise him away by paying top dollar, would he be Premier League ready? It's a big step up to instantly hit the ground running in this division and the Adam Whartons are few and far between.
no point us buying players in Jan, time Marco says theyre ready the season over
Quote from: Twig on December 06, 2025, 10:24:21 AMQuote from: hongkongfulham on December 06, 2025, 06:50:42 AMQuote from: hopper on December 05, 2025, 02:41:08 PMBehind a paywall but says Mainoo ready to leave United on loan. Would be a great Jan pick up if possible considering our midfield issues.
https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6864742/2025/12/05/kobbie-mainoo-manchester-united-transfer-loan-january/
Just came here to start this discussion. Seems like the type of thing that could work wonders for both party's. We get a potentially key CM, and he is hungry to make the England squad. Would almost prefer this to a signing. then address the situation properly in the summer
I'm a big fan of Mainoo and so on the face of it a loan sounds very appealing. However, I do wonder whether his attributes are what we currently need for our midfield?
I think he does have the attributes we need personally. He is a creative, goal scoring midfielder which is what I had us down for needing.
Quote from: hopper on December 06, 2025, 10:58:37 AMQuote from: Twig on December 06, 2025, 10:24:21 AMQuote from: hongkongfulham on December 06, 2025, 06:50:42 AMQuote from: hopper on December 05, 2025, 02:41:08 PMBehind a paywall but says Mainoo ready to leave United on loan. Would be a great Jan pick up if possible considering our midfield issues.
https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6864742/2025/12/05/kobbie-mainoo-manchester-united-transfer-loan-january/
Just came here to start this discussion. Seems like the type of thing that could work wonders for both party's. We get a potentially key CM, and he is hungry to make the England squad. Would almost prefer this to a signing. then address the situation properly in the summer
I'm a big fan of Mainoo and so on the face of it a loan sounds very appealing. However, I do wonder whether his attributes are what we currently need for our midfield?
I think he does have the attributes we need personally. He is a creative, goal scoring midfielder which is what I had us down for needing.
I'm guessing he wants to move somewhere where he'll start games which Marco doesn't do for at least 1-2 months at which point it'll be March and close to the end of the season.
Quote from: SerbianLad on December 04, 2025, 01:40:46 PMThey do that with young players, they keep most of their experienced players. They would probably sell King at the end of the season or the season after that.
Palace sold Eze and Brentford sold Norgaard. Both experienced players in terms of games played. Bournemouth sold an entire defence.
Being 5th in PotS is no reason to retain Lukic if a decent offer is received and an upgrade can be acquired, IMHO
Quote from: Hatch007 on December 06, 2025, 11:27:32 AMQuote from: SerbianLad on December 04, 2025, 01:40:46 PMThey do that with young players, they keep most of their experienced players. They would probably sell King at the end of the season or the season after that.
Palace sold Eze and Brentford sold Norgaard. Both experienced players in terms of games played. Bournemouth sold an entire defence.
Being 5th in PotS is no reason to retain Lukic if a decent offer is received and an upgrade can be acquired, IMHO
Entirely agree with your point with regards to Lukic. Depends I suppose on decent offer as we only paid was it £7m-£8m or close for him. If we could get half our money back or close to it then bite whatever teams hands off who are offering to sign him though I doubt it will be a long list of teams?
Quote from: JimmyConway on December 06, 2025, 11:53:03 AMQuote from: Hatch007 on December 06, 2025, 11:27:32 AMQuote from: SerbianLad on December 04, 2025, 01:40:46 PMThey do that with young players, they keep most of their experienced players. They would probably sell King at the end of the season or the season after that.
Palace sold Eze and Brentford sold Norgaard. Both experienced players in terms of games played. Bournemouth sold an entire defence.
Being 5th in PotS is no reason to retain Lukic if a decent offer is received and an upgrade can be acquired, IMHO
Entirely agree with your point with regards to Lukic. Depends I suppose on decent offer as we only paid was it £7m-£8m or close for him. If we could get half our money back or close to it then bite whatever teams hands off who are offering to sign him though I doubt it will be a long list of teams?
Losing a regular first team player mid season in a position we're incredibly thin in makes no sense though.
Reed and TC likely off in summer too. Lukic has been poor lately but would do more harm than good to sell.
Quote from: Hatch007 on December 06, 2025, 11:27:32 AMQuote from: SerbianLad on December 04, 2025, 01:40:46 PMThey do that with young players, they keep most of their experienced players. They would probably sell King at the end of the season or the season after that.
Palace sold Eze and Brentford sold Norgaard. Both experienced players in terms of games played. Bournemouth sold an entire defence.
Being 5th in PotS is no reason to retain Lukic if a decent offer is received and an upgrade can be acquired, IMHO
Of course, if some really good fee comes up, then we should sell. But that is true for any player. I was responding to the original point that said that we should be looking to sell him. That's a completely different thing. We should sell Muniz if a huge offer comes in(e.g. 60-70 million or something like that), but we shouldn't actively be looking to sell him. We should move on from Reed though, for example.
As for the two players you've mentioned, a player like Eze is always going to be in demand and attract huge fees. Not really comparable to Lukic + he's two years younger than Lukic(meaning that by the time we sell Lukic in this scenario, he'd be 3 years older than Eze was when Arsenal signed him). Norgaard is two years older than Lukic and they got a pretty big offer(12 million pounds if I remember correctly) for someone who is over 30. They've also had decent depth in midfield which can't be said for us. We are already short on options there, if we sell him, we'll be even more short on options there.
Quote from: JimmyConway on December 06, 2025, 11:53:03 AMEntirely agree with your point with regards to Lukic. Depends I suppose on decent offer as we only paid was it £7m-£8m or close for him. If we could get half our money back or close to it then bite whatever teams hands off who are offering to sign him though I doubt it will be a long list of teams?
You'd bite someone's hand off for 3-4 million pounds for a player that has been pretty much a regular starter for 2 years and one of our most consistent performers? Who are you going to replace him with, with that kind of money?
Quote from: SerbianLad on December 06, 2025, 12:35:16 PMQuote from: JimmyConway on December 06, 2025, 11:53:03 AMEntirely agree with your point with regards to Lukic. Depends I suppose on decent offer as we only paid was it £7m-£8m or close for him. If we could get half our money back or close to it then bite whatever teams hands off who are offering to sign him though I doubt it will be a long list of teams?
You'd bite someone's hand off for 3-4 million pounds for a player that has been pretty much a regular starter for 2 years and one of our most consistent performers? Who are you going to replace him with, with that kind of money?
Is Fotheringham still around
@SerbianLad " We are already short on options there, if we sell him, we'll be even more short on options there."
Hence why I specifically said " if a decent offer is received and an upgrade can be acquired".
My point was that Lukic being 5th in last season's PotS vote is not reason alone to retain him if the aforementioned criteria are met.
I do agree that Reed should be moved on in preference and let Berge and Lukic fight for the starting berth at 6. They should rarely, if ever, start together. Ideally I'd offload Reed and Adama for upgrades at 8 and RW
Quote from: Hatch007 on December 06, 2025, 04:29:24 PM@SerbianLad
" We are already short on options there, if we sell him, we'll be even more short on options there."
Hence why I specifically said " if a decent offer is received and an upgrade can be acquired".
My point was that Lukic being 5th in last season's PotS vote is not reason alone to retain him of the aforementioned criteria are met.
I do agree that Reed should be moved on in preference and let Berge and Lukic fight for the starting berth at 6. They should rarely, if ever, start together. Ideally I'd offload Reed and Adama for upgrades at 8 and RW
But again, I have no problem with that. The original point was that we should actively look to sell Lukic, and with that I disagree with. Of course everyone has their price.
Quote from: hopper on December 06, 2025, 10:58:37 AMQuote from: Twig on December 06, 2025, 10:24:21 AMQuote from: hongkongfulham on December 06, 2025, 06:50:42 AMQuote from: hopper on December 05, 2025, 02:41:08 PMBehind a paywall but says Mainoo ready to leave United on loan. Would be a great Jan pick up if possible considering our midfield issues.
https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6864742/2025/12/05/kobbie-mainoo-manchester-united-transfer-loan-january/
Just came here to start this discussion. Seems like the type of thing that could work wonders for both party's. We get a potentially key CM, and he is hungry to make the England squad. Would almost prefer this to a signing. then address the situation properly in the summer
I'm a big fan of Mainoo and so on the face of it a loan sounds very appealing. However, I do wonder whether his attributes are what we currently need for our midfield?
I think he does have the attributes we need personally. He is a creative, goal scoring midfielder which is what I had us down for needing.
On a side note, I would love to see King given a chance in CM. I know he had a clanger this season when he dropped into the hole and gave away that square ball but he is fantastic on the ball and brave. Might be a disaster but given our issue in there I'd like to see it, maybe a wee bit of Dembele vibes in my dreams
Quote from: hongkongfulham on December 07, 2025, 02:00:11 AMOn a side note, I would love to see King given a chance in CM. I know he had a clanger this season when he dropped into the hole and gave away that square ball but he is fantastic on the ball and brave. Might be a disaster but given our issue in there I'd like to see it, maybe a wee bit of Dembele vibes in my dreams
I'd maybe try it against Burnley, but even then, it's quite risky. His physical attributes aren't good enough to play therr at this stage of his career, imo. But as I said multiple times, once he bulks up, that will probably be his best position.
https://x.com/FulhamTransfer/status/1996682161886519454?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Etweet
I definitely wouldn't sell Lukic in January.... Would be a backwards move...we need to add to that position with an attacking midfielder.....what we desperately need to do is be very active in the first week of the summer transfer window
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I was excited when we were linked with him when he was at Feyenoord. Scored for fun, the move to Milan hasn't worked out for him but he's still been half decent there. I'd be happy if we are in for him. Still only 24, Good finisher , strong and quite pacy. Knows Raul & Chucky too
Quote from: HillingdonFFC on December 07, 2025, 10:29:27 AMQuote from: FFC007 on December 07, 2025, 09:53:29 AMhttps://x.com/FulhamTransfer/status/1996682161886519454?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Etweet
I was excited when we were linked with him when he was at Feyenoord. Scored for fun, the move to Milan hasn't worked out for him but he's still been half decent there. I'd be happy if we are in for him. Still only 24, Good finisher , strong and quite pacy. Knows Raul & Chucky too
Judging by how Chuk struggled at AC Milan before coming over, sign me up now for Gimenez. Maybe we could see a repeat.
Quote from: JimmyConway on December 06, 2025, 11:53:03 AMQuote from: Hatch007 on December 06, 2025, 11:27:32 AMQuote from: SerbianLad on December 04, 2025, 01:40:46 PMThey do that with young players, they keep most of their experienced players. They would probably sell King at the end of the season or the season after that.
Palace sold Eze and Brentford sold Norgaard. Both experienced players in terms of games played. Bournemouth sold an entire defence.
Being 5th in PotS is no reason to retain Lukic if a decent offer is received and an upgrade can be acquired, IMHO
Entirely agree with your point with regards to Lukic. Depends I suppose on decent offer as we only paid was it £7m-£8m or close for him. If we could get half our money back or close to it then bite whatever teams hands off who are offering to sign him though I doubt it will be a long list of teams?
Mate, so you would sell Lukić for 3-4m only for us to be shortened in DMC position and relying only on Berge and Reed who is basically a Championship lever player? SMH
Louza (Watford) imo has been the best player in Champ this season and would be good to see us go for him as we need another CM and doubt he would be too expensive
Quote from: FFC007 on December 07, 2025, 09:53:29 AMhttps://x.com/FulhamTransfer/status/1996682161886519454?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Etweet
Yes please
I would go all out for kobbie mainoo in January. Would be perfect for our current problems and is desperate for minutes. Loan and hopefully club can negotiate an option
Quote from: @jolslover on December 08, 2025, 10:38:42 AMLouza (Watford) imo has been the best player in Champ this season and would be good to see us go for him as we need another CM and doubt he would be too expensive
Not sure if he'd be worth the money they'd ask for him, considering the fact that play-off spots are still within their reach. And that's simply because of hia age. He's not old, by any means, but I'm not sure it's a good idea to spend big on a 26 year old.
I do, however, agree that he looks very good. From the Championship games I've seen, he's been the best player in the Championship and by some distance at that. Every game I've seen him play he was the best player on the pitch.
Quote from: ffcthereligion on December 08, 2025, 07:20:53 PMI would go all out for kobbie mainoo in January. Would be perfect for our current problems and is desperate for minutes. Loan and hopefully club can negotiate an option
Agree entirely ticks all the boxes and a position we are desperate to upgrade.
My gut feeling is our current position is likely to go against us if he still feels he can make a late run for England World Cup squad?
We may need to free up some space in the squad to accommodate the signings we so desperately require. Reed has been a fine player for the team but now looks surplus to requirements. Traore is now behind Chuk, Kevin, Wilson and Iwobi on the wing. Probably also behind Sess if and when Robinson is fit. Other than those two it's difficult to see obvious exits.
Would there be any chance of getting Strand Larsen from Wolves in January?
Quote from: Mullers OG on December 08, 2025, 09:02:55 PMWe may need to free up some space in the squad to accommodate the signings we so desperately require. Reed has been a fine player for the team but now looks surplus to requirements. Traore is now behind Chuk, Kevin, Wilson and Iwobi on the wing. Probably also behind Sess if and when Robinson is fit. Other than those two it's difficult to see obvious exits.
Cairney will probably be gone at the end of the season. Can't see the club extending for a another year.
Quote from: St Eve on December 08, 2025, 09:15:29 PMWould there be any chance of getting Strand Larsen from Wolves in January?
Good call but he's more likely to be part of a summer fire sale at Wolves.
Quote from: Mullers OG on December 08, 2025, 09:02:55 PMWe may need to free up some space in the squad to accommodate the signings we so desperately require. Reed has been a fine player for the team but now looks surplus to requirements. Traore is now behind Chuk, Kevin, Wilson and Iwobi on the wing. Probably also behind Sess if and when Robinson is fit. Other than those two it's difficult to see obvious exits.
He's also behind H4.
Quote from: Whitestone on December 08, 2025, 09:28:40 PMQuote from: Mullers OG on December 08, 2025, 09:02:55 PMWe may need to free up some space in the squad to accommodate the signings we so desperately require. Reed has been a fine player for the team but now looks surplus to requirements. Traore is now behind Chuk, Kevin, Wilson and Iwobi on the wing. Probably also behind Sess if and when Robinson is fit. Other than those two it's difficult to see obvious exits.
Cairney will probably be gone at the end of the season. Can't see the club extending for a another year.
Bit tongue in cheek here but would they extend if Championship?
Quote from: Whitestone on December 08, 2025, 09:28:40 PMQuote from: Mullers OG on December 08, 2025, 09:02:55 PMWe may need to free up some space in the squad to accommodate the signings we so desperately require. Reed has been a fine player for the team but now looks surplus to requirements. Traore is now behind Chuk, Kevin, Wilson and Iwobi on the wing. Probably also behind Sess if and when Robinson is fit. Other than those two it's difficult to see obvious exits.
Cairney will probably be gone at the end of the season. Can't see the club extending for a another year.
Likewise Reed (I have assumed his contract ends in the summer)?
James McAtee at Forest, we should definitely be enquiring about him, he was an excellent prospect at City, but it hasn't worked out for him at Forest,
He would be a great addition for us.
Quote from: FFC007 on December 07, 2025, 09:53:29 AMhttps://x.com/FulhamTransfer/status/1996682161886519454?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Etweet
Maybe we can get this gimenez and somehow trick marco into playing gimenez instead of jimenez
Quote from: C Block on December 09, 2025, 11:52:20 AMJames McAtee at Forest, we should definitely be enquiring about him, he was an excellent prospect at City, but it hasn't worked out for him at Forest,
He would be a great addition for us.
Problem is could he 'hit the ground running'? We're vulnerable at the moment. Mainoo makes greater sense. We also need an experienced forward to take the weight off Raul. Muniz may not be match fit until March.
Any suggestions? Fullkrug had a very good scoring record before he joined the Hammers (but he's 33 soon)
I really like the Gimenez rumour in fact. A player with talent that's struggling in current environment, could succeed Raul and have a few months here. Needs to be in form for world cup.
Shame the source isn't great.
Quote from: JimOG on December 09, 2025, 02:45:59 PMQuote from: C Block on December 09, 2025, 11:52:20 AMJames McAtee at Forest, we should definitely be enquiring about him, he was an excellent prospect at City, but it hasn't worked out for him at Forest,
He would be a great addition for us.
Problem is could he 'hit the ground running'? We're vulnerable at the moment. Mainoo makes greater sense. We also need an experienced forward to take the weight off Raul. Muniz may not be match fit until March.
Any suggestions? Fullkrug had a very good scoring record before he joined the Hammers (but he's 33 soon)
Why wouldn't he, do you think he's been sat at home since August eating packets of crisps?
Quote from: legana on September 02, 2025, 10:52:48 PMI need a good four months to recover from the last thread! 😂
Always thought We should have signed a top Korean player a lot sooner. With New Malden being the largest Korean community in Europe on the club's doorstep you have a fan base ready and waiting.
It might help develop some new ideas with the food franchises that even on a good day barely go beyond decidedly average. I hear Korean meatballs really are the dogs bo**ocks.
https://x.com/FulhamTransfer/status/1998689329816764771?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Etweet
Quote from: iansthailand on December 09, 2025, 12:14:50 AMQuote from: Mullers OG on December 08, 2025, 09:02:55 PMWe may need to free up some space in the squad to accommodate the signings we so desperately require. Reed has been a fine player for the team but now looks surplus to requirements. Traore is now behind Chuk, Kevin, Wilson and Iwobi on the wing. Probably also behind Sess if and when Robinson is fit. Other than those two it's difficult to see obvious exits.
He's also behind H4.
I'm not going out on loan to the championship (unless of course there's cake involved), I've got standards to keep
Quote from: FFC007 on December 10, 2025, 09:58:38 AMhttps://x.com/FulhamTransfer/status/1998689329816764771?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Etweet
I'm better than him
Quote from: C Block on December 09, 2025, 11:52:20 AMJames McAtee at Forest, we should definitely be enquiring about him, he was an excellent prospect at City, but it hasn't worked out for him at Forest,
He would be a great addition for us.
Agree with this
What's peoples thought's considering our plight currently let alone three first team players missing for probably best part of a month do you see one or two coming in early January as in first week as leaving everything to the last day of the window this time could be very risky? If Nigeria don't make the final then unless they are required for 3/4 playoff game we could have them back for Leeds away which would be a big plus as that game is already looking decisive. Probably unlikely we can request that but whether player/s can ask to be released?
Palace away - Liverpool home - Chelsea home - Leeds away - Brighton home - Man u away on 1rst of Feb. Difficult to predict the return of points there but our current form would suggest quite difficult?
Surely the board realise we need to go early this window and leave the end for more safety net purposes?
We have no head room to sign players SCR comes in next season and we are at maximum head room on that. The only way we can spend is by selling a few in January
Traoré: hopefully sell for 5-7 million and get his 100 k wages off the books
Cairney :get wages off books
Reed: get wages off the books
Diop: get wages off the books he never gets in the match day squad much anymore
Castagne: could sell Juventus are interested or loan with obligation and get his wages off the books
King: sell max profit controversial but
30 - 40 million pure profit would help out tremendously
Quote from: RAY Rock on December 10, 2025, 04:05:09 PMWe have no head room to sign players SCR comes in next season and we are at maximum head room on that. The only way we can spend is by selling a few in January
Traoré: hopefully sell for 5-7 million and get his 100 k wages off the books
Cairney :get wages off books
Reed: get wages off the books
Diop: get wages off the books he never gets in the match day squad much anymore
Castagne: could sell Juventus are interested or loan with obligation and get his wages off the books
King: sell max profit controversial but
30 - 40 million pure profit would help out tremendously
I agree with this. I was reading an interesting article about SCR. It ranked all Premier clubs in order of how compliant they currently are with the new rules. Unfortunately, we came out second to bottom. We clearly need to significantly reduce our wage bill. Leno and Anderson are unlikely to attracts bidders because of their high wages. Berge is probably on fairly high wages so could be sold if we can find a cheaper alternative. The list given by Ray Rock seems a reasonable one.
I'm expecting nothing more than another silly uninspiring winter transfer window!
Fullkrug on loan with Adama going the other way in a £5m deal...
That's my prediction.
Quote from: RAY Rock on December 10, 2025, 04:05:09 PMWe have no head room to sign players SCR comes in next season and we are at maximum head room on that. The only way we can spend is by selling a few in January
Traoré: hopefully sell for 5-7 million and get his 100 k wages off the books
Cairney :get wages off books
Reed: get wages off the books
Diop: get wages off the books he never gets in the match day squad much anymore
Castagne: could sell Juventus are interested or loan with obligation and get his wages off the books
King: sell max profit controversial but
30 - 40 million pure profit would help out tremendously
Sell Josh king for 40 million, just so we end up with a worse player that will cost the same, be on higher wages and a few years older than Josh?
Quote from: AustrianGeezer on December 10, 2025, 06:51:30 PMQuote from: RAY Rock on December 10, 2025, 04:05:09 PMWe have no head room to sign players SCR comes in next season and we are at maximum head room on that. The only way we can spend is by selling a few in January
Traoré: hopefully sell for 5-7 million and get his 100 k wages off the books
Cairney :get wages off books
Reed: get wages off the books
Diop: get wages off the books he never gets in the match day squad much anymore
Castagne: could sell Juventus are interested or loan with obligation and get his wages off the books
King: sell max profit controversial but
30 - 40 million pure profit would help out tremendously
Sell Josh king for 40 million, just so we end up with a worse player that will cost the same, be on higher wages and a few years older than Josh?
Also not sure how we just get the wages of three contracted players off our books in January? I suppose we could offer Diop, Cairney & Reed on a free but why should any of them accept a transfer when they already have an existing contract unless the new terms are more favourable?
The man on the train whispered that as important as a match ready centre forward is deflecting interest in the only real assets we have, Jedi, Muniz, King and Harry. Jedi and Muniz to the Bundesliga? I guess no real news on the rehab and return of either will feed the rumour mills.
Quote from: Fulham 1879 on December 10, 2025, 04:23:10 PMQuote from: RAY Rock on December 10, 2025, 04:05:09 PMWe have no head room to sign players SCR comes in next season and we are at maximum head room on that. The only way we can spend is by selling a few in January
Traoré: hopefully sell for 5-7 million and get his 100 k wages off the books
Cairney :get wages off books
Reed: get wages off the books
Diop: get wages off the books he never gets in the match day squad much anymore
Castagne: could sell Juventus are interested or loan with obligation and get his wages off the books
King: sell max profit controversial but
30 - 40 million pure profit would help out tremendously
I agree with this. I was reading an interesting article about SCR. It ranked all Premier clubs in order of how compliant they currently are with the new rules. Unfortunately, we came out second to bottom. We clearly need to significantly reduce our wage bill. Leno and Anderson are unlikely to attracts bidders because of their high wages. Berge is probably on fairly high wages so could be sold if we can find a cheaper alternative. The list given by Ray Rock seems a reasonable one.
A contributor on the other board added that there is more leeway in the first year of this to allow time for adjustment
I can see us going back in for Joe Willock at Newcastle, he's making the match day squad but not getting any minutes, we've been linked with him before and he's at the right age to be moved on,
A former Arsenal player so probably knows some of our players,
A ball carrying midfield player that is Premier League ready ,watch this space.
Quote from: Twig on December 10, 2025, 07:15:27 PMQuote from: AustrianGeezer on December 10, 2025, 06:51:30 PMQuote from: RAY Rock on December 10, 2025, 04:05:09 PMWe have no head room to sign players SCR comes in next season and we are at maximum head room on that. The only way we can spend is by selling a few in January
Traoré: hopefully sell for 5-7 million and get his 100 k wages off the books
Cairney :get wages off books
Reed: get wages off the books
Diop: get wages off the books he never gets in the match day squad much anymore
Castagne: could sell Juventus are interested or loan with obligation and get his wages off the books
King: sell max profit controversial but
30 - 40 million pure profit would help out tremendously
Sell Josh king for 40 million, just so we end up with a worse player that will cost the same, be on higher wages and a few years older than Josh?
Also not sure how we just get the wages of three contracted players off our books in January? I suppose we could offer Diop, Cairney & Reed on a free but why should any of them accept a transfer when they already have an existing contract unless the new terms are more favourable?
Yes - agreed. The original post is completely unrealistic. The only way you get 'players off the books' is if you pay up their contract and let them go on a free. Or perhaps if you are playing a video game!
Whilst I agree with selling him - we would be lucky to get £2m for Traore!
No way should we sell Josh King now. Maybe in the summer if we get a silly offer above £50m and we have targets lined up replace him with.
https://x.com/FulhamTransfer/status/1999106603576930746?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Etweet
https://x.com/FulhamTransfer/status/1999061072427250135?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Etweet
Let's not give wolves a chance of getting points.
Quote from: RAY Rock on December 10, 2025, 04:05:09 PMWe have no head room to sign players SCR comes in next season and we are at maximum head room on that. The only way we can spend is by selling a few in January
Traoré: hopefully sell for 5-7 million and get his 100 k wages off the books
Cairney :get wages off books
Reed: get wages off the books
Diop: get wages off the books he never gets in the match day squad much anymore
Castagne: could sell Juventus are interested or loan with obligation and get his wages off the books
King: sell max profit controversial but
30 - 40 million pure profit would help out tremendously
100%. There is not a hope in hell we make signings. We are at 86% with the cap at 85%. Rumours are just click bait.
Quote from: Hugh Janus on December 12, 2025, 10:34:47 AMQuote from: RAY Rock on December 10, 2025, 04:05:09 PMWe have no head room to sign players SCR comes in next season and we are at maximum head room on that. The only way we can spend is by selling a few in January
Traoré: hopefully sell for 5-7 million and get his 100 k wages off the books
Cairney :get wages off books
Reed: get wages off the books
Diop: get wages off the books he never gets in the match day squad much anymore
Castagne: could sell Juventus are interested or loan with obligation and get his wages off the books
King: sell max profit controversial but
30 - 40 million pure profit would help out tremendously
100%. There is not a hope in hell we make signings. We are at 86% with the cap at 85%. Rumours are just click bait.
If you agree 100% can you explain to me how we get Cairney, Reed and Diop "off the books" when they have contracts? People often make comments like this so I'm interested to understand how FFC can legally just terminate contracts at no cost?
Can we read anything into rumours of Evan Ferguson possibly returning to Brighton from loan spell at Roma? Reports his done quite well for them and not sure if Brighton have injury issues or whether an agreed sale with another club has been reached?
He already has had spell at West Ham not sure he is a Spurs type Man U linked? could we be in the mix?
Quote from: Twig on December 12, 2025, 10:57:21 AMQuote from: Hugh Janus on December 12, 2025, 10:34:47 AMQuote from: RAY Rock on December 10, 2025, 04:05:09 PMWe have no head room to sign players SCR comes in next season and we are at maximum head room on that. The only way we can spend is by selling a few in January
Traoré: hopefully sell for 5-7 million and get his 100 k wages off the books
Cairney :get wages off books
Reed: get wages off the books
Diop: get wages off the books he never gets in the match day squad much anymore
Castagne: could sell Juventus are interested or loan with obligation and get his wages off the books
King: sell max profit controversial but
30 - 40 million pure profit would help out tremendously
100%. There is not a hope in hell we make signings. We are at 86% with the cap at 85%. Rumours are just click bait.
If you agree 100% can you explain to me how we get Cairney, Reed and Diop "off the books" when they have contracts? People often make comments like this so I'm interested to understand how FFC can legally just terminate contracts at no cost?
Though Reed and TC contracts are very short?
Why would you get rid of Diop? Makes absolutely no sense. We need 4 centrebacks in our squad and he is a proven PL player. The only reason why he misses out on a squad place in the PL so often ia because Andersen, Bassey and Cuenca are pretty much always available. Andersen and Bassey are the preferred pairing, while Cuenca is preferred as he is more versatile and can play as a leftback(or Bassey can play as a leftback, so you need a lcb if you move Bassey to lb). He also seems like someone who has the right attitude, i.e. isn't kicking up a huge fuss if he's not playing, but he always gives his all when he is playing. That's ideal for a backup cb.
Quote from: SerbianLad on December 12, 2025, 02:12:49 PMWhy would you get rid of Diop? Makes absolutely no sense. We need 4 centrebacks in our squad and he is a proven PL player. The only reason why he misses out on a squad place in the PL so often ia because Andersen, Bassey and Cuenca are pretty much always available. Andersen and Bassey are the preferred pairing, while Cuenca is preferred as he is more versatile and can play as a leftback(or Bassey can play as a leftback, so you need a lcb if you move Bassey to lb). He also seems like someone who has the right attitude, i.e. isn't kicking up a huge fuss if he's not playing, but he always gives his all when he is playing. That's ideal for a backup cb.
Agreed, I can't believe hes still willing to be here to be honest given he's played pretty well every time called upon but never starts.
I suppose the only reasoning could be looking at LDF to replace issa in the summer when he returns from loan. Very different players of course though and high risk. BUT significantly lower wages and probably willing to be that backup option for now. This is likely earmarked as the long term plan to replace Anderson IF he continues his upward trajectory . Though will mention that having been out with an abdominal injury ,his current loan team are rock bottom of the Belgian league
On the LDF front, has anyone watched him at all of late?
Quote from: Jim© on December 12, 2025, 02:31:14 PMOn the LDF front, has anyone watched him at all of late?
Nope, apparently he's been out with an abdominal injury for a week weeks now , should be returning to the squad this or next week
Worst defensive record in the league though 😬. Albeit they are a team you'd expect to struggle
Quote from: jayffc on December 12, 2025, 02:53:51 PMQuote from: Jim© on December 12, 2025, 02:31:14 PMOn the LDF front, has anyone watched him at all of late?
Nope, apparently he's been out with an abdominal injury for a week weeks now , should be returning to the squad this or next week
Worst defensive record in the league though 😬. Albeit they are a team you'd expect to struggle
Was back in the squad and played ~20 minutes last weekend. They've been on a bit of run in his absence. Haven't lost (in the league or cup) and picked up their first two league wins.
Quote from: jayffc on December 12, 2025, 02:21:20 PMAgreed, I can't believe hes still willing to be here to be honest given he's played pretty well every time called upon but never starts.
I suppose the only reasoning could be looking at LDF to replace issa in the summer when he returns from loan. Very different players of course though and high risk. BUT significantly lower wages and probably willing to be that backup option for now. This is likely earmarked as the long term plan to replace Anderson IF he continues his upward trajectory . Though will mention that having been out with an abdominal injury ,his current loan team are rock bottom of the Belgian league
Maybe. He can also play as a rb if I remember corectly. So he could potentially replace Castagne who has been linked with moves away for quite some time now.
In regards to Ferguson, I appreciate he scored twice against Celtic but I wouldn't say he's lit the league up. 2 goals in Europa in 5 appearances (both against Celtic, who are a bit of a train wreck atm), and 1 goal and 1 assist in 10 league appearances. I know a lot of posters really liked the idea of him when we were linked previously.....but he feels grossly overpriced to me.
Quote from: SerbianLad on December 12, 2025, 04:14:29 PMQuote from: jayffc on December 12, 2025, 02:21:20 PMAgreed, I can't believe hes still willing to be here to be honest given he's played pretty well every time called upon but never starts.
I suppose the only reasoning could be looking at LDF to replace issa in the summer when he returns from loan. Very different players of course though and high risk. BUT significantly lower wages and probably willing to be that backup option for now. This is likely earmarked as the long term plan to replace Anderson IF he continues his upward trajectory . Though will mention that having been out with an abdominal injury ,his current loan team are rock bottom of the Belgian league
Maybe. He can also play as a rb if I remember corectly. So he could potentially replace Castagne who has been linked with moves away for quite some time now.
Yeh he played there at youth level but has very much been converted to CB at club and national level since. Think it unlikely he moves back there but could play on right of a back 3 or play there in a pinch like bassey at lb
Quote from: Hugh Janus on December 12, 2025, 10:34:47 AMQuote from: RAY Rock on December 10, 2025, 04:05:09 PMWe have no head room to sign players SCR comes in next season and we are at maximum head room on that. The only way we can spend is by selling a few in January
Traoré: hopefully sell for 5-7 million and get his 100 k wages off the books
Cairney :get wages off books
Reed: get wages off the books
Diop: get wages off the books he never gets in the match day squad much anymore
Castagne: could sell Juventus are interested or loan with obligation and get his wages off the books
King: sell max profit controversial but
30 - 40 million pure profit would help out tremendously
100%. There is not a hope in hell we make signings. We are at 86% with the cap at 85%. Rumours are just click bait.
With all due respect, I've been told that nearly all the above is wrong. Are you aware of the Green and Red thresholds?We do have money to spend, not huge amounts but a bit
Quote from: Hugh Janus on December 12, 2025, 10:34:47 AMQuote from: RAY Rock on December 10, 2025, 04:05:09 PMWe have no head room to sign players SCR comes in next season and we are at maximum head room on that. The only way we can spend is by selling a few in January
Traoré: hopefully sell for 5-7 million and get his 100 k wages off the books
Cairney :get wages off books
Reed: get wages off the books
Diop: get wages off the books he never gets in the match day squad much anymore
Castagne: could sell Juventus are interested or loan with obligation and get his wages off the books
King: sell max profit controversial but
30 - 40 million pure profit would help out tremendously
100%. There is not a hope in hell we make signings. We are at 86% with the cap at 85%. Rumours are just click bait.
The new rules permit exceeding the cap for a season or two, with a financial penalty to be incurred as part of doing that and the proviso that you follow 85% threshold strictly thereafter for a set period. Ultimately it's probably something we would do, because an investment into several younger players next season knowing that over £250k a week in wages for TC, Raul and Adama are on the way out means that we can purchase players with an aim to re-sell, also having valuable assets in Bassey, King, Chuku, (assuming we do activate the option as I think we could instantly make a profit based on the circa £23m option) whilst knowing that losing those three sets of wages will instantly drop our %
Quote from: KentFulham on December 12, 2025, 01:46:19 PMQuote from: Twig on December 12, 2025, 10:57:21 AMQuote from: Hugh Janus on December 12, 2025, 10:34:47 AMQuote from: RAY Rock on December 10, 2025, 04:05:09 PMWe have no head room to sign players SCR comes in next season and we are at maximum head room on that. The only way we can spend is by selling a few in January
Traoré: hopefully sell for 5-7 million and get his 100 k wages off the books
Cairney :get wages off books
Reed: get wages off the books
Diop: get wages off the books he never gets in the match day squad much anymore
Castagne: could sell Juventus are interested or loan with obligation and get his wages off the books
King: sell max profit controversial but
30 - 40 million pure profit would help out tremendously
100%. There is not a hope in hell we make signings. We are at 86% with the cap at 85%. Rumours are just click bait.
If you agree 100% can you explain to me how we get Cairney, Reed and Diop "off the books" when they have contracts? People often make comments like this so I'm interested to understand how FFC can legally just terminate contracts at no cost?
Though Reed and TC contracts are very short?
So how does that allow you to break their contracts?
Wonder if the Endrick rumours will resurface?
Quote from: jayffc on September 03, 2025, 08:28:02 PMQuote from: FFC007 on September 03, 2025, 07:57:54 PMThe rejected Danilo bid plus the Tyrique George failure means we must have some ammo in January to play with...
Tyrique George wasn't a failure,
We pulled plug on deal as we kept wilson having not got what we wanted for him. It was one in one out there
Does show we got money in the bank though.
Don't think transfer fees are the issue but wages.
Thank god we didn't sell Wilson..
Quote from: HillingdonFFC on December 12, 2025, 04:50:18 PMQuote from: Hugh Janus on December 12, 2025, 10:34:47 AMQuote from: RAY Rock on December 10, 2025, 04:05:09 PMWe have no head room to sign players SCR comes in next season and we are at maximum head room on that. The only way we can spend is by selling a few in January
Traoré: hopefully sell for 5-7 million and get his 100 k wages off the books
Cairney :get wages off books
Reed: get wages off the books
Diop: get wages off the books he never gets in the match day squad much anymore
Castagne: could sell Juventus are interested or loan with obligation and get his wages off the books
King: sell max profit controversial but
30 - 40 million pure profit would help out tremendously
100%. There is not a hope in hell we make signings. We are at 86% with the cap at 85%. Rumours are just click bait.
With all due respect, I've been told that nearly all the above is wrong. Are you aware of the Green and Red thresholds?We do have money to spend, not huge amounts but a bit
Nice to hear that. Coincide with what Silva says to expect signings in January.
Quote from: HillingdonFFC on December 12, 2025, 04:50:18 PMQuote from: Hugh Janus on December 12, 2025, 10:34:47 AMQuote from: RAY Rock on December 10, 2025, 04:05:09 PMWe have no head room to sign players SCR comes in next season and we are at maximum head room on that. The only way we can spend is by selling a few in January
Traoré: hopefully sell for 5-7 million and get his 100 k wages off the books
Cairney :get wages off books
Reed: get wages off the books
Diop: get wages off the books he never gets in the match day squad much anymore
Castagne: could sell Juventus are interested or loan with obligation and get his wages off the books
King: sell max profit controversial but
30 - 40 million pure profit would help out tremendously
100%. There is not a hope in hell we make signings. We are at 86% with the cap at 85%. Rumours are just click bait.
With all due respect, I've been told that nearly all the above is wrong. Are you aware of the Green and Red thresholds?We do have money to spend, not huge amounts but a bit
I guess we will soon see. Everything I have heard and read from those with a back ground in finance suggests there's little to no money
Quote from: Hugh Janus on December 14, 2025, 08:01:57 AMQuote from: HillingdonFFC on December 12, 2025, 04:50:18 PMQuote from: Hugh Janus on December 12, 2025, 10:34:47 AMQuote from: RAY Rock on December 10, 2025, 04:05:09 PMWe have no head room to sign players SCR comes in next season and we are at maximum head room on that. The only way we can spend is by selling a few in January
Traoré: hopefully sell for 5-7 million and get his 100 k wages off the books
Cairney :get wages off books
Reed: get wages off the books
Diop: get wages off the books he never gets in the match day squad much anymore
Castagne: could sell Juventus are interested or loan with obligation and get his wages off the books
King: sell max profit controversial but
30 - 40 million pure profit would help out tremendously
100%. There is not a hope in hell we make signings. We are at 86% with the cap at 85%. Rumours are just click bait.
With all due respect, I've been told that nearly all the above is wrong. Are you aware of the Green and Red thresholds?We do have money to spend, not huge amounts but a bit
I guess we will soon see. Everything I have heard and read from those with a back ground in finance suggests there's little to no money
As you say we'll have to see. My info comes from an accountant friend who has audited football clubs books for a living. This is all greek to me but I showed him the above posts
Firstly he said you can't just get players like Diop & Castagnes wages "off the books" because there is outstanding amortisation against their name. Also the 86% Vs 85% is completely irrelevant. It only kicks in in the summer at which point we clear £15m off our salary costs due to contract expiry which takes us under the threshold
He added on top of that you get 30% leeway in the first season after it changes to SCR. He said there's 100% definitely money to spend,not huge amounts but a bit. I suppose the Silva contract situation might affect this too whether we decide to back him or not
So who will be signed for Jan 1st at 00.01 hrs.
Quote from: FFC007 on December 14, 2025, 11:55:55 PMSo who will be signed for Jan 1st at 00.01 hrs.
Santa Claus if he gets back to his grotto in time.
https://twitter.com/fulltimetiers/status/2000490669215777212
Quote from: Deeping_white on December 15, 2025, 01:14:38 PMhttps://twitter.com/fulltimetiers/status/2000490669215777212
Can't work out if Kean is amazing or useless. He clearly blows hot and cold.
Quote from: bencher on December 15, 2025, 02:09:36 PMQuote from: Deeping_white on December 15, 2025, 01:14:38 PMhttps://twitter.com/fulltimetiers/status/2000490669215777212
Can't work out if Kean is amazing or useless. He clearly blows hot and cold.
true although Fiorentine have in general been a bit of a mess off the pitch recently. Though when I look at how Mctominay has become a god in Serie A I do question the quality of the league these days!
There's talent in there but he does seema bit clumsy on the ball to me at times, even last year where he was prolific, so many of the goals I thought were a bit meh and often accompanied by very poor defending...still only 25 so should in theory be ready to come into his prime though.
I guess for me depends on
1. Price and 2. For that price, Is he better than Raul
If it was say 20-25m range (he signed for Fiorentina for 13m euros then had a blinding first season before falling off this time out) with performance based addons - then perhaps that's worth a go.
Ultimately he's gotta be better than A knackered Raul at the moment. Love what Jiminez has given us for the amount he cost us, it's been great value. But it's probably time to move him on in the summer and replacing him with a 25/26 year old Kean pushing a hopefully healthy Muniz with ALB (or JKA in the seemingly unlikely event we retain him) is probably a good set of options.
I like Kean from what I've seen, his goals last season demonstrated great movement and instinctive finishing. I probably agree with jayffc's valuation range. I definitely think he could do well here.
Quote from: hopper on December 15, 2025, 03:38:36 PMI like Kean from what I've seen, his goals last season demonstrated great movement and instinctive finishing. I probably agree with jayffc's valuation range. I definitely think he could do well here.
25 goals across all comps last season for Fiorentina + 7 goals for Italian national team, would definitely bring something different to our current strikers. I think he would be a good signing and add some speed to our attack and I know Silva is a big fan (signed him to Everton when he was manager)
How about Gift Orban, only 23yrs old, all his best years in front of him,
Nigerian, but hasn't been included in their AFCON squad,
Wouldn't cost a lot and I'd assume he already knows some of our squad,
With money tight he might be a good option.
Quote from: C Block on December 16, 2025, 04:14:18 PMHow about Gift Orban, only 23yrs old, all his best years in front of him,
Nigerian, but hasn't been included in their AFCON squad,
Wouldn't cost a lot and I'd assume he already knows some of our squad,
With money tight he might be a good option.
There's something that seems off about Orban, despite having a fairly reasonable goal return he gets moved along by clubs as soon as they can get shot.
If they go down, I wouldn't mind us looking at Tanaka at Leeds to be honest.
Quote from: C Block on December 16, 2025, 04:14:18 PMHow about Gift Orban, only 23yrs old, all his best years in front of him,
Nigerian, but hasn't been included in their AFCON squad,
Wouldn't cost a lot and I'd assume he already knows some of our squad,
With money tight he might be a good option.
He's on loan at Verona who have an option to buy him so a non-starter
Need a Striker
https://x.com/FulhamTransfer/status/2001225678369202582?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Etweet
Heard today from a Palace mate that seems to hear all the gossip at the club but we are in touch with Will Hughes.
Quote from: Hugh Janus on December 18, 2025, 08:37:38 PMHeard today from a Palace mate that seems to hear all the gossip at the club but we are in touch with Will Hughes.
Unfashionable but very good player. A nightmare to play against on his day. Bit of a McGinn type.
Quote from: Hugh Janus on December 18, 2025, 08:37:38 PMHeard today from a Palace mate that seems to hear all the gossip at the club but we are in touch with Will Hughes.
" steptoe " would not excite me . Has he ever scored for Palace ? He is also 30
Quote from: Hugh Janus on December 18, 2025, 08:37:38 PMHeard today from a Palace mate that seems to hear all the gossip at the club but we are in touch with Will Hughes.
No thanks
Quote from: Hugh Janus on December 18, 2025, 08:37:38 PMHeard today from a Palace mate that seems to hear all the gossip at the club but we are in touch with Will Hughes.
As a cheap alternative backup to reed and TC likely departing in the summer 🤷I mean , if it fills a squad gap with an inexpensive professional player with experience whilst we also add to it a bigger signing at DM then I can see the logic, he's getting more game time than those two at palace and has played well against us a number of times I've seen him.
Uninspiring, but could be part of a balanced wage book/squad I suppose, if only him
...not so much.
Rather take a punt on just giving Ridgeon game time though tbh.
Quote from: Hugh Janus on December 18, 2025, 08:37:38 PMHeard today from a Palace mate that seems to hear all the gossip at the club but we are in touch with Will Hughes.
Not.a.chance
Whose going to sign when the manager has only 6 months left on his contract?
Quote from: Hugh Janus on December 18, 2025, 08:37:38 PMHeard today from a Palace mate that seems to hear all the gossip at the club but we are in touch with Will Hughes.
Nothing against him personally and might there be a link from Watford days with Marco? Not sure? but we need to generate pace in midfield and Hughes would be possibly slower than anything we currently have. Think it's clear we need box to box type who offers a bit of everything and not sure Will Hughes fits that bill?
We have no idea if there's anything in it really, I really think it's the kind of player fans don't want but we need.
We lack a horrible bastard in the team that winds up the opposition, and gets in faces, constantly harrying and making small fouls if needed.
I think there's a feeling we are too nice and lack a bit of streetwise-ness and intensity at times. Hughes would give us exactly that.
Is Lukic "nice " ? Don't think so but Berge probably is. Will Hughes is a good player - no doubt about that but we need to add goals and assists from midfield . In his last 76 league appearances 0 goals and 4 assists. Add to the fact that he is 30 years old - the only reason we are likely to be interested is that he may be available and cheap.
Quote from: HV71 on December 19, 2025, 10:18:25 AMIs Lukic "nice " ? Don't think so but Berge probably is. Will Hughes is a good player - no doubt about that but we need to add goals and assists from midfield . In his last 76 league appearances 0 goals and 4 assists. Add to the fact that he is 30 years old - the only reason we are likely to be interested is that he may be available and cheap.
Lukic isn't nice as such but he's not a pain in the ass. I never see him wind up opposition or effectively disrupt the flow and dynamic of the game to our favour. He'll chip in with the odd tactical foul. Hughes is more like AP. Think of McGinn, you always go away infuriated by how annoying he is, and that kind of thing can be really meaningful - especially in away games.
He wouldn't be the answer to goals as you say, but considering I think we need at least 2 midfielders long term, I'd certainly take it. Whenever I watch Palace he's always impressed me as a good player who goes under the radar, but is loved by the fans of the club he plays for.
Quote from: hopper on December 19, 2025, 10:53:19 AMQuote from: HV71 on December 19, 2025, 10:18:25 AMIs Lukic "nice " ? Don't think so but Berge probably is. Will Hughes is a good player - no doubt about that but we need to add goals and assists from midfield . In his last 76 league appearances 0 goals and 4 assists. Add to the fact that he is 30 years old - the only reason we are likely to be interested is that he may be available and cheap.
Lukic isn't nice as such but he's not a pain in the ass. I never see him wind up opposition or effectively disrupt the flow and dynamic of the game to our favour. He'll chip in with the odd tactical foul. Hughes is more like AP. Think of McGinn, you always go away infuriated by how annoying he is, and that kind of thing can be really meaningful - especially in away games.
He wouldn't be the answer to goals as you say, but considering I think we need at least 2 midfielders long term, I'd certainly take it. Whenever I watch Palace he's always impressed me as a good player who goes under the radar, but is loved by the fans of the club he plays for.
I think that's exactly what he did at Newcastle, nibbled, pulled, tackled, barged, slid in, got physical. So much so that when he went off at half time, we completely and utterly lost the MF battle. Lukic would, 100%, be an absolute PITA to play against.
Quote from: Jim© on December 19, 2025, 11:07:23 AMQuote from: hopper on December 19, 2025, 10:53:19 AMQuote from: HV71 on December 19, 2025, 10:18:25 AMIs Lukic "nice " ? Don't think so but Berge probably is. Will Hughes is a good player - no doubt about that but we need to add goals and assists from midfield . In his last 76 league appearances 0 goals and 4 assists. Add to the fact that he is 30 years old - the only reason we are likely to be interested is that he may be available and cheap.
Lukic isn't nice as such but he's not a pain in the ass. I never see him wind up opposition or effectively disrupt the flow and dynamic of the game to our favour. He'll chip in with the odd tactical foul. Hughes is more like AP. Think of McGinn, you always go away infuriated by how annoying he is, and that kind of thing can be really meaningful - especially in away games.
He wouldn't be the answer to goals as you say, but considering I think we need at least 2 midfielders long term, I'd certainly take it. Whenever I watch Palace he's always impressed me as a good player who goes under the radar, but is loved by the fans of the club he plays for.
I think that's exactly what he did at Newcastle, nibbled, pulled, tackled, barged, slid in, got physical. So much so that when he went off at half time, we completely and utterly lost the MF battle. Lukic would, 100%, be an absolute PITA to play against.
I really like Lukic, still feel we could use this profile of player. Definitely feel on the whole we're too nice still as a squad.
As with every transfer window we are never at the centre of all the transfer rumours that swirl around, with only 12 days to go until the window opens I would have hoped/expected for us to have been strongly linked to one or two by now, we MUST have a striker in before Leeds away.
Quote from: JimmyConway on December 19, 2025, 09:25:58 AMQuote from: Hugh Janus on December 18, 2025, 08:37:38 PMHeard today from a Palace mate that seems to hear all the gossip at the club but we are in touch with Will Hughes.
Nothing against him personally and might there be a link from Watford days with Marco? Not sure? but we need to generate pace in midfield and Hughes would be possibly slower than anything we currently have. Think it's clear we need box to box type who offers a bit of everything and not sure Will Hughes fits that bill?
Yeah decent squad filler but for a starter in midfield we need younger with some energy to get into the box and score a few goals.
To my mind we need the next TC; a midfielder with the skills to shoot effectively from distance plus the passing ability to set up attacks and unlock opposition defences. (A version with a tad more pace would be a big bonus!).
Quote from: Twig on December 19, 2025, 09:58:05 PMTo my mind we need the next TC; a midfielder with the skills to shoot effectively from distance plus the passing ability to set up attacks and unlock opposition defences. (A version with a tad more pace would be a big bonus!).
Dewsbury Hall would have been the perfect replacement.
Quote from: FFC007 on December 19, 2025, 10:55:02 PMQuote from: Twig on December 19, 2025, 09:58:05 PMTo my mind we need the next TC; a midfielder with the skills to shoot effectively from distance plus the passing ability to set up attacks and unlock opposition defences. (A version with a tad more pace would be a big bonus!).
Dewsbury Hall would have been the perfect replacement.
Yeah this is feels such a massive one that got away signing, it was so feasible and on a plate. I knew he was a decent player, but been so impressed with him at Everton. Slightly galling as he so evidently is exactly what we need.
Quote from: hopper on December 19, 2025, 11:58:56 PMQuote from: FFC007 on December 19, 2025, 10:55:02 PMDewsbury Hall would have been the perfect replacement.
Yeah this is feels such a massive one that got away signing, it was so feasible and on a plate. I knew he was a decent player, but been so impressed with him at Everton. Slightly galling as he so evidently is exactly what we need.
I really don't think it was 'on a plate' for us to sign KDH.
Look at it from his point of view: an offer to take Cairney's place on our substitutes' bench and vie with Lukic for game time or a club, in Everton, that had just released a player, in Abdoulaye Doucoure, who had started 31 P.L. games the previous season and thus had an obvious empty place to fill in its starting line-up.
I know which option I think sounds more likely to provide more minutes on the pitch.
Quote from: FFC007 on December 19, 2025, 10:55:02 PMQuote from: Twig on December 19, 2025, 09:58:05 PMTo my mind we need the next TC; a midfielder with the skills to shoot effectively from distance plus the passing ability to set up attacks and unlock opposition defences. (A version with a tad more pace would be a big bonus!).
Dewsbury Hall would have been the perfect replacement.
And before that, Scott Mctominay would've been even better
Quote from: General on December 20, 2025, 06:19:38 AMQuote from: FFC007 on December 19, 2025, 10:55:02 PMQuote from: Twig on December 19, 2025, 09:58:05 PMTo my mind we need the next TC; a midfielder with the skills to shoot effectively from distance plus the passing ability to set up attacks and unlock opposition defences. (A version with a tad more pace would be a big bonus!).
Dewsbury Hall would have been the perfect replacement.
And before that, Scott Mctominay would've been even better
Seemed like the club pushed very hard for McTominay, but he rejected us. Real shame, that would have been some signing.
The lad clearly made a good call going to Napoli.
Willian has looked good for Gremio. Could fill the vacancy left by Iwobi at AFCON. Marco knows him well. He knows how we play. Could do a lot worse
Quote from: Hugh Janus on December 20, 2025, 11:36:15 AMWillian has looked good for Gremio. Could fill the vacancy left by Iwobi at AFCON. Marco knows him well. He knows how we play. Could do a lot worse
Magath? :claping20hands:
Quote from: Twig on December 19, 2025, 09:58:05 PMTo my mind we need the next TC; a midfielder with the skills to shoot effectively from distance plus the passing ability to set up attacks and unlock opposition defences. (A version with a tad more pace would be a big bonus!).
Hayden Hackney ( touted by many on here for some time) could well have been the answer. Every time I have seen him I have been really impressed with his ability to pick a pass.
I say ' could ' have been the answer as it would seem many other clubs are now interested in him and may well have priced us out.
Quote from: HV71 on December 20, 2025, 06:10:02 PMQuote from: Twig on December 19, 2025, 09:58:05 PMTo my mind we need the next TC; a midfielder with the skills to shoot effectively from distance plus the passing ability to set up attacks and unlock opposition defences. (A version with a tad more pace would be a big bonus!).
Hayden Hackney ( touted by many on here for some time) could well have been the answer. Every time I have seen him I have been really impressed with his ability to pick a pass.
I say ' could ' have been the answer as it would seem many other clubs are now interested in him and may well have priced us out.
For some reason the club seems relatively unwilling to make football league signings. We brought in Benda from Swansea, and before that Robinson from Wigan. But its certainly a market we tend to overlook.
Rogers and Wharton are two recent examples of players who have made the step up very well.
Hopper - You could add Gyorkeres to that list when he was at Coventry
Quote from: HV71 on December 20, 2025, 06:10:02 PMQuote from: Twig on December 19, 2025, 09:58:05 PMTo my mind we need the next TC; a midfielder with the skills to shoot effectively from distance plus the passing ability to set up attacks and unlock opposition defences. (A version with a tad more pace would be a big bonus!).
Hayden Hackney ( touted by many on here for some time) could well have been the answer. Every time I have seen him I have been really impressed with his ability to pick a pass.
I say ' could ' have been the answer as it would seem many other clubs are now interested in him and may well have priced us out.
Someone else already mentioned him, but Imran Louza from Watford is, in my opinion, the superior player. He is of course, 3 years older and not HG, but if I could pick one Championship midfielder, I'd definitely pick him.
Quote from: General on December 20, 2025, 06:19:38 AMQuote from: FFC007 on December 19, 2025, 10:55:02 PMQuote from: Twig on December 19, 2025, 09:58:05 PMTo my mind we need the next TC; a midfielder with the skills to shoot effectively from distance plus the passing ability to set up attacks and unlock opposition defences. (A version with a tad more pace would be a big bonus!).
Dewsbury Hall would have been the perfect replacement.
And before that, Scott Mctominay would've been even better
Exactly this in both cases.
So many players missed out on through our transfer team's incompetence.
We then go late in the window,splash the cash on a wild card player from an inferior league.
Quote from: General on December 20, 2025, 06:19:38 AMAnd before that, Scott Mctominay would've been even better
I disagree with this. We were looking for a DM. Getting McTominay would have been awful. He's not playing as a DM in Italy. In fact, he even played as a winger in a few games this season. Would he be good for the 8 role? Yes. But Palhinha left the club and we were only left with Lukic, who at that point in time usually played as an 8 for us alongside Palhinha and not instead of him. Signing Berge made way more sense than signing McTominay.
Quote from: Jims Dentist on December 20, 2025, 10:43:22 PMQuote from: General on December 20, 2025, 06:19:38 AMQuote from: FFC007 on December 19, 2025, 10:55:02 PMQuote from: Twig on December 19, 2025, 09:58:05 PMTo my mind we need the next TC; a midfielder with the skills to shoot effectively from distance plus the passing ability to set up attacks and unlock opposition defences. (A version with a tad more pace would be a big bonus!).
Dewsbury Hall would have been the perfect replacement.
And before that, Scott Mctominay would've been even better
Exactly this in both cases.
So many players missed out on through our transfer team's incompetence.
We then go late in the window,splash the cash on a wild card player from an inferior league.
Except in the case you're citing, A) we got Berge from the same league as McT, and B) do you seriously think he was going to pick us over a title challenge in Italy, which is what happened?
Best championship performances and players that impressed me watching live and thought Fulham should sign
no particular order
1) Jared Bowen
2) Levi Colwill
3) Demarai Gray
4) Antoine Semenyo
5) Alex Scott
6) Viktor Gyökeres
7) Leif Davis
8) Gustavo Hamer
9) Amad Diallo
10) Antonee Robinson
Quote from: hopper on December 20, 2025, 06:50:36 PMQuote from: HV71 on December 20, 2025, 06:10:02 PMQuote from: Twig on December 19, 2025, 09:58:05 PMTo my mind we need the next TC; a midfielder with the skills to shoot effectively from distance plus the passing ability to set up attacks and unlock opposition defences. (A version with a tad more pace would be a big bonus!).
Hayden Hackney ( touted by many on here for some time) could well have been the answer. Every time I have seen him I have been really impressed with his ability to pick a pass.
I say ' could ' have been the answer as it would seem many other clubs are now interested in him and may well have priced us out.
For some reason the club seems relatively unwilling to make football league signings. We brought in Benda from Swansea, and before that Robinson from Wigan. But its certainly a market we tend to overlook.
Rogers and Wharton are two recent examples of players who have made the step up very well.
Probably because of Marco? He's been pretty adamant in the best of having proven, older premier league talent.
Read the last couple of days Man U linked to Ruben Neves for around £20m if ever there was a box to box type midfielder who would suit us it would be him. With our Portugal management team surely there must be one or two who have worked with him before? Perhaps the Man U pull and wages make us a non-runner from the off?
Quote from: SerbianLad on December 20, 2025, 10:52:43 PMQuote from: General on December 20, 2025, 06:19:38 AMAnd before that, Scott Mctominay would've been even better
I disagree with this. We were looking for a DM. Getting McTominay would have been awful. He's not playing as a DM in Italy. In fact, he even played as a winger in a few games this season. Would he be good for the 8 role? Yes. But Palhinha left the club and we were only left with Lukic, who at that point in time usually played as an 8 for us alongside Palhinha and not instead of him. Signing Berge made way more sense than signing McTominay.
If you check the thread that this comment was lifted from, it was in the context of discussing a TC replacement. Nothing to do with signing a DM.
Quote from: hopper on December 20, 2025, 06:50:36 PMQuote from: HV71 on December 20, 2025, 06:10:02 PMQuote from: Twig on December 19, 2025, 09:58:05 PMTo my mind we need the next TC; a midfielder with the skills to shoot effectively from distance plus the passing ability to set up attacks and unlock opposition defences. (A version with a tad more pace would be a big bonus!).
Hayden Hackney ( touted by many on here for some time) could well have been the answer. Every time I have seen him I have been really impressed with his ability to pick a pass.
I say ' could ' have been the answer as it would seem many other clubs are now interested in him and may well have priced us out.
For some reason the club seems relatively unwilling to make football league signings. We brought in Benda from Swansea, and before that Robinson from Wigan. But its certainly a market we tend to overlook.
Rogers and Wharton are two recent examples of players who have made the step up very well.
Many others as well including Semenyo and Gykores who would have been attainable for us having performed well against us in the championship. But,for some reason we prefer to ignore that league for targets.
Quote from: Twig on December 21, 2025, 07:44:51 AMIf you check the thread that this comment was lifted from, it was in the context of discussing a TC replacement. Nothing to do with signing a DM.
But we weren't linked with McTominay as a TC replacement, like we were with KDH. We were only linked with him when we were looking for a dm.
In relation to players in the Championship that we missed ( when some on here were crying out for them - long before " bigger" clubs were interested ) I remember a number of posters - particularly Mince - was pointing out just how good Jarrod Bowen was when playing for Hull.
Obviously West Ham benefited by ' taking a chance '
Quote from: Jules on December 21, 2025, 07:48:41 AMQuote from: hopper on December 20, 2025, 06:50:36 PMQuote from: HV71 on December 20, 2025, 06:10:02 PMQuote from: Twig on December 19, 2025, 09:58:05 PMTo my mind we need the next TC; a midfielder with the skills to shoot effectively from distance plus the passing ability to set up attacks and unlock opposition defences. (A version with a tad more pace would be a big bonus!).
Hayden Hackney ( touted by many on here for some time) could well have been the answer. Every time I have seen him I have been really impressed with his ability to pick a pass.
I say ' could ' have been the answer as it would seem many other clubs are now interested in him and may well have priced us out.
For some reason the club seems relatively unwilling to make football league signings. We brought in Benda from Swansea, and before that Robinson from Wigan. But its certainly a market we tend to overlook.
Rogers and Wharton are two recent examples of players who have made the step up very well.
Many others as well including Semenyo and Gykores who would have been attainable for us having performed well against us in the championship. But,for some reason we prefer to ignore that league for targets.
Gyokeres was a "attainable" by every premier league club , but he didn't want to stay in England - he wanted to go overseas for more experience.
West Ham (apparently) are making moves to sign Strand Larsen from Wolves,
There's a very good player in there, he just needs to get away from Wolves.
Quote from: C Block on December 21, 2025, 01:37:40 PMWest Ham (apparently) are making moves to sign Strand Larsen from Wolves,
There's a very good player in there, he just needs to get away from Wolves.
West hams recent history of signing strikers had been insanely poor. If they're in for him there's a large probability he'll turn out useless 😅
I half jest, he had a nice purple patch for them but had looked completely lost this year.
Quote from: SerbianLad on December 20, 2025, 10:52:43 PMQuote from: General on December 20, 2025, 06:19:38 AMAnd before that, Scott Mctominay would've been even better
I disagree with this. We were looking for a DM. Getting McTominay would have been awful. He's not playing as a DM in Italy. In fact, he even played as a winger in a few games this season. Would he be good for the 8 role? Yes. But Palhinha left the club and we were only left with Lukic, who at that point in time usually played as an 8 for us alongside Palhinha and not instead of him. Signing Berge made way more sense than signing McTominay.
We need a DM perhaps, but we also need a goalscoring midfielder. Lukic and Berge aren't outright DMs and they're not goalscoring midfielders either.
Quote from: General on December 21, 2025, 02:20:19 PMQuote from: SerbianLad on December 20, 2025, 10:52:43 PMQuote from: General on December 20, 2025, 06:19:38 AMAnd before that, Scott Mctominay would've been even better
I disagree with this. We were looking for a DM. Getting McTominay would have been awful. He's not playing as a DM in Italy. In fact, he even played as a winger in a few games this season. Would he be good for the 8 role? Yes. But Palhinha left the club and we were only left with Lukic, who at that point in time usually played as an 8 for us alongside Palhinha and not instead of him. Signing Berge made way more sense than signing McTominay.
We need a DM perhaps, but we also need a goalscoring midfielder. Lukic and Berge aren't outright DMs and they're not goalscoring midfielders either.
We don't need a DM any more. We needed a DM when we were linked with McTominay and he wouldn't have been a good fit. Both Berge and Lukic are much more suited for that role than McTominay.
Quote from: General on December 21, 2025, 02:20:19 PMQuote from: SerbianLad on December 20, 2025, 10:52:43 PMQuote from: General on December 20, 2025, 06:19:38 AMAnd before that, Scott Mctominay would've been even better
I disagree with this. We were looking for a DM. Getting McTominay would have been awful. He's not playing as a DM in Italy. In fact, he even played as a winger in a few games this season. Would he be good for the 8 role? Yes. But Palhinha left the club and we were only left with Lukic, who at that point in time usually played as an 8 for us alongside Palhinha and not instead of him. Signing Berge made way more sense than signing McTominay.
We need a DM perhaps, but we also need a goalscoring midfielder. Lukic and Berge aren't outright DMs and they're not goalscoring midfielders either.
I think we could use a DM too. Lukic gets stuck in, but out of possession Berge isn't the strongest.
I don't trust us at all when we're needing to hold onto a lead in a narrow game and think it would be nice to have another option in midfield that gives us better protection.
Regarding McTominay conversation, we can't be sure what role the club would have had in mind for him after Joao left. We still had AP then. I imagine the club liked the fact that he could have covered various positions across the midfield.
Quote from: Jules on December 21, 2025, 07:48:41 AMQuote from: hopper on December 20, 2025, 06:50:36 PMQuote from: HV71 on December 20, 2025, 06:10:02 PMQuote from: Twig on December 19, 2025, 09:58:05 PMTo my mind we need the next TC; a midfielder with the skills to shoot effectively from distance plus the passing ability to set up attacks and unlock opposition defences. (A version with a tad more pace would be a big bonus!).
Hayden Hackney ( touted by many on here for some time) could well have been the answer. Every time I have seen him I have been really impressed with his ability to pick a pass.
I say ' could ' have been the answer as it would seem many other clubs are now interested in him and may well have priced us out.
For some reason the club seems relatively unwilling to make football league signings. We brought in Benda from Swansea, and before that Robinson from Wigan. But its certainly a market we tend to overlook.
Rogers and Wharton are two recent examples of players who have made the step up very well.
Many others as well including Semenyo and Gykores who would have been attainable for us having performed well against us in the championship. But,for some reason we prefer to ignore that league for targets.
Agree Hopper.
Others being Alex Scott at Bnmth, Eze and Olise who went to Palace and as mentioned elsewhere Bowen when he was a Blackpool.
This Will Hughes talk is growing. I welcome it. We need creativity in there too though.
Jack Rudoni from Coventry?
Quote from: FFC007 on December 21, 2025, 06:48:29 PMJack Rudoni from Coventry?
We looked at him when he was at AFC Wimbledon a couple of years or so ago.
Some of the real current PL talents had good campaigns in the EFL and we've missed a real trick in not going after some of these in the past...
Eze, Olise, Maddison, Rogers, Wharton to name a few... not necessarily saying that we would have been able to tempt some of them, but we should be looking at home grown and we may get a gem who can be persuaded to join.
Everton snapped up Dibling from Soton who could be a real talent in the future.
The only player we've taken out of the EFL who's caught the eye was Antonee Robinson if memory serves me well.
Quote from: FFC007 on December 21, 2025, 11:00:40 PMSome of the real current PL talents had good campaigns in the EFL and we've missed a real trick in not going after some of these in the past...
Eze, Olise, Maddison, Rogers, Wharton to name a few... not necessarily saying that we would have been able to tempt some of them, but we should be looking at home grown and we may get a gem who can be persuaded to join.
Everton snapped up Dibling from Soton who could be a real talent in the future.
The only player we've taken out of the EFL who's caught the eye was Antonee Robinson if memory serves me well.
Everton spent £40m+ on Dibling, hardly call that snapping up. Like Kevin, yet to prove his worth.
The lower league players clearly aren't in Tones deadline day data crunching machine. Unless they're American!
Semenyo was the obvious one for me. When we played Bristol City in our Championship winning season he ran riot in front of us in the HE and had them 1-0 and 2-1 up before we sorted things out and were then 5-2 up at half time before winning yet another game 6-2. But he was worth the entrance fee alone that day and if I was the club I would have offered them £10m for him the second the game ended.
Quote from: FFC007 on December 21, 2025, 11:00:40 PMSome of the real current PL talents had good campaigns in the EFL and we've missed a real trick in not going after some of these in the past...
Eze, Olise, Maddison, Rogers, Wharton to name a few... not necessarily saying that we would have been able to tempt some of them, but we should be looking at home grown and we may get a gem who can be persuaded to join.
Everton snapped up Dibling from Soton who could be a real talent in the future.
The only player we've taken out of the EFL who's caught the eye was Antonee Robinson if memory serves me well.
haha Dibling has 1000% been worse than Kevin this season, and they paid 40m for him!! He has hardly got on the pitch..
There is a lot of talent at Championship level and I agree we should buy from that league more (it's a top league) but everyteam in the Prem is looking at the Champ for talent so it can often lead to inflated prices too (especially homegrown talent)..
Quote from: JimmyConway on December 21, 2025, 06:46:42 AMRead the last couple of days Man U linked to Ruben Neves for around £20m if ever there was a box to box type midfielder who would suit us it would be him. With our Portugal management team surely there must be one or two who have worked with him before? Perhaps the Man U pull and wages make us a non-runner from the off?
He would be quality but is above our level I think.
I think for the upcoming window we need a CM and a striker - I would cut Kusis loan short given Silva clearly doesn't rate him and look at bringing someone else in if we can
Quote from: FFC007 on December 21, 2025, 11:00:40 PMSome of the real current PL talents had good campaigns in the EFL and we've missed a real trick in not going after some of these in the past...
Eze, Olise, Maddison, Rogers, Wharton to name a few... not necessarily saying that we would have been able to tempt some of them, but we should be looking at home grown and we may get a gem who can be persuaded to join.
Everton snapped up Dibling from Soton who could be a real talent in the future.
The only player we've taken out of the EFL who's caught the eye was Antonee Robinson if memory serves me well.
Thing is, how do you know we didn't go in for any of them
Quote from: KJS on December 22, 2025, 01:19:50 PMQuote from: FFC007 on December 21, 2025, 11:00:40 PMSome of the real current PL talents had good campaigns in the EFL and we've missed a real trick in not going after some of these in the past...
Eze, Olise, Maddison, Rogers, Wharton to name a few... not necessarily saying that we would have been able to tempt some of them, but we should be looking at home grown and we may get a gem who can be persuaded to join.
Everton snapped up Dibling from Soton who could be a real talent in the future.
The only player we've taken out of the EFL who's caught the eye was Antonee Robinson if memory serves me well.
Thing is, how do you know we didn't go in for any of them
Yes you are probably right and the allure of Croydon on a Saturday night was far more appealing than the Kings Road
Quote from: C Block on December 21, 2025, 01:37:40 PMWest Ham (apparently) are making moves to sign Strand Larsen from Wolves,
There's a very good player in there, he just needs to get away from Wolves.
Have a word Sander.
Quote from: C Block on December 21, 2025, 01:37:40 PMWest Ham (apparently) are making moves to sign Strand Larsen from Wolves,
There's a very good player in there, he just needs to get away from Wolves.
Have a word Sander.
Quote from: Ara's bacon crisps on December 22, 2025, 10:40:48 AMSemenyo was the obvious one for me. When we played Bristol City in our Championship winning season he ran riot in front of us in the HE and had them 1-0 and 2-1 up before we sorted things out and were then 5-2 up at half time before winning yet another game 6-2. But he was worth the entrance fee alone that day and if I was the club I would have offered them £10m for him the second the game ended.
Bowen was the one it took ages for someone to eventually take a chance on him.
Wharton of Palace looks an excellent player and signing.Playing at Blackburn amazed no northern premier league Club took a chance on him. Fantastic passer of the Ball I wonder if he's pace and mobility put off some Clubs?
Quote from: AJW48361 on December 22, 2025, 01:47:55 PMWharton of Palace looks an excellent player and signing.Playing at Blackburn amazed no northern premier league Club took a chance on him. Fantastic passer of the Ball I wonder if he's pace and mobility put off some Clubs?
Personally think Wharton is a level above Anderson of Forest. Twice now in league games at home to Palace he has bossed the game. Only injuries can stop him playing for one of the elite teams sooner rather than later.
The thing about the Championship players mentioned - and I can recall Bowen, Semenyo, Gyokeres and Robinson all starring for not especially great Championship teams at the Cottage - is that you didn't need to be a footballing Nostradamus to work out they would be a good bet to succeed at Premier League level. Not a certainty, no-one's that, but a very good bet.
Wharton's brilliant based on what I've seen for Crystal Palace, can't remember seeing him for Blackburn.
Every signing is a leap of faith and needs to fit an overall need / plan. By now the penny should have dropped that when it comes to emerging Championship talent, you find out if you can trust people by trusting them.
Martinelli apparently being made available for transfer by Arsenal. Very aspirational one but we could maybe dangle the carrot of guaranteed game time with a World Cup squad place up for grabs for him. Also got a track record of giving ex Arsenal players a safe space to perform, albeit I imagine wages will be a big issue as much as anything
Cheeky loan for Memphis Depay maybe?
Season in Brazil is finished and they are in financial trouble, can come in and start straight away as well
Some Dutch journo who covers PSV Eindhoven says Fulham put a bid (between 30 and 35m) for Ricardo Pepi.
https://www.givemesport.com/david-ornstein-marco-silva-future-fulham-contract-offer/
Quote from: Pavel Dempsey on December 23, 2025, 04:35:48 PMSome Dutch journo who covers PSV Eindhoven says Fulham put a bid (between 30 and 35m) for Ricardo Pepi.
Yep... seems to have been picked up by multiple sources....
Quote from: Deeping_white on December 23, 2025, 02:29:53 PMMartinelli apparently being made available for transfer by Arsenal. Very aspirational one but we could maybe dangle the carrot of guaranteed game time with a World Cup squad place up for grabs for him. Also got a track record of giving ex Arsenal players a safe space to perform, albeit I imagine wages will be a big issue as much as anything
I'm sure the Sterling rumours will be reignited..
Quote from: JimmyConway on December 21, 2025, 06:46:42 AMRead the last couple of days Man U linked to Ruben Neves for around £20m if ever there was a box to box type midfielder who would suit us it would be him. With our Portugal management team surely there must be one or two who have worked with him before? Perhaps the Man U pull and wages make us a non-runner from the off?
I wouldn't describe him as box to box, he's more of a deep lying playmaker. Would be a premium Cairney replacement.
Quote from: FFC007 on December 23, 2025, 05:35:26 PMhttps://www.givemesport.com/david-ornstein-marco-silva-future-fulham-contract-offer/
3 years only? What's the board playing at? That means we'll be back playing this will-he-won't-he bs in two years again
Quote from: Pavel Dempsey on December 23, 2025, 04:35:48 PMSome Dutch journo who covers PSV Eindhoven says Fulham put a bid (between 30 and 35m) for Ricardo Pepi.
Interesting
So an increased offer from the one submitted in the summer. Clearly a show of intent to get it done early but I can see clubs using this to their advantage and thus having us over a barrel a bit when it comes to offers.
Wonder if we'll go back in for Tyrique George with Adama potentially off too. Maybe loan with an option, Wage wise he's probably the right profile to help our books there even if the transfer fee is over 20m.
In:
Pepi
George
Mainoo loan with option
Out:
Traore
+ Reed although happy to just wait till summer if needs be there
Id be happy with that
Quote from: jayffc on December 23, 2025, 09:17:18 PMQuote from: Pavel Dempsey on December 23, 2025, 04:35:48 PMSome Dutch journo who covers PSV Eindhoven says Fulham put a bid (between 30 and 35m) for Ricardo Pepi.
Interesting
So an increased offer from the one submitted in the summer. Clearly a show of intent to get it done early but I can see clubs using this to their advantage and thus having us over a barrel a bit when it comes to offers.
Wonder if we'll go back in for Tyrique George with Adama potentially off too. Maybe loan with an option, Wage wise he's probably the right profile to help our books there even if the transfer fee is over 20m.
In:
Pepi
George
Mainoo loan with option
Out:
Traore
+ Reed although happy to just wait till summer if needs be there
Id be happy with that
Mainoo isn't going anywhere now that Bruno Fernandes is injured and even if he was, Napoli is his top choice then there would probably be a few more above us on his list. Really not much chance there for him.
Quote from: demeant0r on December 23, 2025, 08:26:36 PMQuote from: FFC007 on December 23, 2025, 05:35:26 PMhttps://www.givemesport.com/david-ornstein-marco-silva-future-fulham-contract-offer/
3 years only? What's the board playing at? That means we'll be back playing this will-he-won't-he bs in two years again
Marco almost certainly would not want to lock himself for longer than that so that's likely why. I'm sure the club would love to do 5 or more years, but if Marco would never sign it then that doesn't do any good. Also it does provide some protection for the club if he does fall off hard and needs to be sacked as the longer left on a contract, the larger the pay off is.
Quote from: btffc on December 23, 2025, 10:20:36 PMQuote from: demeant0r on December 23, 2025, 08:26:36 PMQuote from: FFC007 on December 23, 2025, 05:35:26 PMhttps://www.givemesport.com/david-ornstein-marco-silva-future-fulham-contract-offer/
3 years only? What's the board playing at? That means we'll be back playing this will-he-won't-he bs in two years again
Marco almost certainly would not want to lock himself for longer than that so that's likely why. I'm sure the club would love to do 5 or more years, but if Marco would never sign it then that doesn't do any good. Also it does provide some protection for the club if he does fall off hard and needs to be sacked as the longer left on a contract, the larger the pay off is.
Well it certainly is in line with the renewals we give our players, think we generally only renew players' contracts for 2-3 seasons. Wouldn't it be good for Marco to lock himself into a longer contract for the reason you just listed?
Endrick is going to Lyon how have we not jumped all over this we have a few Brazilian's in squad and manager and his back room team all speak the lingo .
Quote from: RAY Rock on December 23, 2025, 10:34:29 PMEndrick is going to Lyon how have we not jumped all over this we have a few Brazilian's in squad and manager and his back room team all speak the lingo .
We have zero chance, negative chance, even, of attracting a wonderkid like Endrick even with the Brazilian/Portuguese connection. We cannot afford his wages anyway, he's on 70k/week right now. He'd surely want more to come to us.
Quote from: AJW48361 on December 22, 2025, 01:42:24 PMQuote from: C Block on December 21, 2025, 01:37:40 PMWest Ham (apparently) are making moves to sign Strand Larsen from Wolves,
There's a very good player in there, he just needs to get away from Wolves.
Have a word Sander.Quote from: Ara's bacon crisps on December 22, 2025, 10:40:48 AMSemenyo was the obvious one for me. When we played Bristol City in our Championship winning season he ran riot in front of us in the HE and had them 1-0 and 2-1 up before we sorted things out and were then 5-2 up at half time before winning yet another game 6-2. But he was worth the entrance fee alone that day and if I was the club I would have offered them £10m for him the second the game ended.
Bowen was the one it took ages for someone to eventually take a chance on him.
With Semenyo the pain goes on. Three goals and two assists against us since then. BDR was a similar player who was always scoring against us and we had to buy him to stop the rot. Any chance of pushing the boat out? Told he is available.
Quote from: demeant0r on December 23, 2025, 10:38:16 PMQuote from: RAY Rock on December 23, 2025, 10:34:29 PMEndrick is going to Lyon how have we not jumped all over this we have a few Brazilian's in squad and manager and his back room team all speak the lingo .
We have zero chance, negative chance, even, of attracting a wonderkid like Endrick even with the Brazilian/Portuguese connection. We cannot afford his wages anyway, he's on 70k/week right now. He'd surely want more to come to us.
Yep. Lyon don't have a striker really after selling Mikautadze and with Lacazette leaving on a free. So it's a club even more desperately in need than we are even. Good move for all parties.
Quote from: demeant0r on December 23, 2025, 10:27:24 PMQuote from: btffc on December 23, 2025, 10:20:36 PMQuote from: demeant0r on December 23, 2025, 08:26:36 PMQuote from: FFC007 on December 23, 2025, 05:35:26 PMhttps://www.givemesport.com/david-ornstein-marco-silva-future-fulham-contract-offer/
3 years only? What's the board playing at? That means we'll be back playing this will-he-won't-he bs in two years again
Marco almost certainly would not want to lock himself for longer than that so that's likely why. I'm sure the club would love to do 5 or more years, but if Marco would never sign it then that doesn't do any good. Also it does provide some protection for the club if he does fall off hard and needs to be sacked as the longer left on a contract, the larger the pay off is.
Well it certainly is in line with the renewals we give our players, think we generally only renew players' contracts for 2-3 seasons. Wouldn't it be good for Marco to lock himself into a longer contract for the reason you just listed?
Makes plenty sense for the club imo not to lock yourself in given the amount of compensation one would have to pay players and managers in the case that their form falls off a cliff. And for the managers and players they usually get significantly bigger signing on fees at their next club if free agents or of they have shorter contract time left also.
Also we aren't a champions league or even regular Europa club, and Marco and many players at this stage of their careers likely would,I assume, not want to completely close the door to their ability to get oppurtinites at such levels by tying themselves completely into longer contracts than necessary. Should we still want him then he can always renew with us again and if not he'll back himself to have other options he can walk into on favourable terms. Most managers don't make 3 years at a club and he's already the longest serving Fulham manager since the 1960s... at the end of this contract he'll have been here 8 years
When asked Marco has also expressed his openness to a return to Portugal at some point, and his agents have allegedly talked with Saudi and other clubs before, so it's crossed his mind to consider life beyond fulham and leave himself open to other possibilities of which there will likely be options
Origi released by Milan, short term option?
Quote from: hopper on December 24, 2025, 09:16:50 AMOrigi released by Milan, short term option?
3 goals in his last 58 games
Zero in 20 for forest
Since then not played a game since 23/24
No thank you. We need a replacement for Raul anyway this summer so if we can pick up Pepi for a not insane price if much rather we did that
Quote from: jayffc on December 24, 2025, 10:01:32 AMQuote from: hopper on December 24, 2025, 09:16:50 AMOrigi released by Milan, short term option?
3 goals in his last 58 games
Zero in 20 for forest
Since then not played a game since 23/24
No thank you. We need a replacement for Raul anyway this summer so if we can pick up Pepi for a not insane price if much rather we did that
I'm just thinking, we're in a situation where picking up a striker might be easier in summer - and finding someone to come to fill a need when we'll have Muniz and Raul in a month could be tricky. So as a short term solution could be fine.
Quote from: hopper on December 24, 2025, 10:54:41 AMQuote from: jayffc on December 24, 2025, 10:01:32 AMQuote from: hopper on December 24, 2025, 09:16:50 AMOrigi released by Milan, short term option?
3 goals in his last 58 games
Zero in 20 for forest
Since then not played a game since 23/24
No thank you. We need a replacement for Raul anyway this summer so if we can pick up Pepi for a not insane price if much rather we did that
I'm just thinking, we're in a situation where picking up a striker might be easier in summer - and finding someone to come to fill a need when we'll have Muniz and Raul in a month could be tricky. So as a short term solution could be fine.
I just don't think it would work that way. Origi would be looking for significant wages and more than a short term contract. His numbers are quite poor and I've never been convinced by him.
Quote from: bencher on December 24, 2025, 11:05:11 AMQuote from: hopper on December 24, 2025, 10:54:41 AMQuote from: jayffc on December 24, 2025, 10:01:32 AMQuote from: hopper on December 24, 2025, 09:16:50 AMOrigi released by Milan, short term option?
3 goals in his last 58 games
Zero in 20 for forest
Since then not played a game since 23/24
No thank you. We need a replacement for Raul anyway this summer so if we can pick up Pepi for a not insane price if much rather we did that
I'm just thinking, we're in a situation where picking up a striker might be easier in summer - and finding someone to come to fill a need when we'll have Muniz and Raul in a month could be tricky. So as a short term solution could be fine.
I just don't think it would work that way. Origi would be looking for significant wages and more than a short term contract. His numbers are quite poor and I've never been convinced by him.
Maybe. But nobody anywhere will offer him good wages, and possibly not a long term contract. His stock is super low.
The third striker role is tricky, as if everyone is fit then someone needs to drop out the squad. Wonder how that would work if we brought in a possible first striker in Jan.
I'm guessing in Summer Raul might be off and we without doubt need someone to compete with Muniz that's more reliable than Origi.
Quote from: hopper on December 24, 2025, 10:54:41 AMQuote from: jayffc on December 24, 2025, 10:01:32 AMQuote from: hopper on December 24, 2025, 09:16:50 AMOrigi released by Milan, short term option?
3 goals in his last 58 games
Zero in 20 for forest
Since then not played a game since 23/24
No thank you. We need a replacement for Raul anyway this summer so if we can pick up Pepi for a not insane price if much rather we did that
I'm just thinking, we're in a situation where picking up a striker might be easier in summer - and finding someone to come to fill a need when we'll have Muniz and Raul in a month could be tricky. So as a short term solution could be fine.
I hear the rationale but I think anyone coming in is going to be doing so knowing the likelihood is they will start over Raul and it'll be them Vs Muniz next season. I think pepi will be interested in the move, wether his club sanction it is another matter
To be honest I'd rather just give JKA and ALB game time than sign Origi. We have a third striker we're just not playing him and when he does play he looks capable
Imo It needs to be a starting level forward if we're gonna bother at all. Love everything rauls done for us but I'd personally be ok with him dropping out the rotation once Muniz returns, knowing his time with us is coming to an end in the summer anyway. If we brought in pepi and someone would buy Raul from us in January for next to nothing id also sanction that move if it were me, and keep JKA as third option. If we decide not to take up Joshua's option this summer then give ALB that spot or another cheap veteran deal and send him on loan
Quote from: jayffc on December 24, 2025, 11:25:27 AMQuote from: hopper on December 24, 2025, 10:54:41 AMQuote from: jayffc on December 24, 2025, 10:01:32 AMQuote from: hopper on December 24, 2025, 09:16:50 AMOrigi released by Milan, short term option?
3 goals in his last 58 games
Zero in 20 for forest
Since then not played a game since 23/24
No thank you. We need a replacement for Raul anyway this summer so if we can pick up Pepi for a not insane price if much rather we did that
I'm just thinking, we're in a situation where picking up a striker might be easier in summer - and finding someone to come to fill a need when we'll have Muniz and Raul in a month could be tricky. So as a short term solution could be fine.
I hear the rationale but I think anyone coming in is going to be doing so knowing the likelihood is they will start over Raul and it'll be them Vs Muniz next season. I think pepi will be interested in the move, wether his club sanction it is another matter
To be honest I'd rather just give JKA and ALB game time than sign Origi. It needs to be a starting level forward if we're gonna bother at all.
Yeah I wouldn't mind too much either but Silva doesn't seem convinced. I've not been impressed with JKA in his short minutes.
Obviously would much prefer Pepi to Origi and a long term option if possible. Seems pretty clear the club have him as main target as it's resurfaced from the summer. I also don't want Muniz rushed back as we can't be having him constantly re aggravating his injury as has been occuring.
Origi was so thoroughly monstered by Calvin Bassey a couple of seasons ago, that never mind Fulham's matches, I'd fear for his wellbeing in training at Motspur Park.
https://www.teamtalk.com/news/nathan-ake-exit-palace-fulham-west-ham-bournemouth-sources-reveal-asking-price
Looks like Ake is available.... Thoughts?
Could fill the left back void to move Sess up to wing positions to cover Adama going?
Quote from: FFC007 on December 24, 2025, 06:48:26 PMhttps://www.teamtalk.com/news/nathan-ake-exit-palace-fulham-west-ham-bournemouth-sources-reveal-asking-price
Looks like Ake is available.... Thoughts?
Could fill the left back void to move Sess up to wing positions to cover Adama going?
He is more CB than LB. Don't see it making sense unless Cuenca or Bassey get sold. He is 30 which would probably be fine if he was coming to play CB but a bad idea if coming to play LB where pace and athleticism are of huge importance. For 25 million and big wages, we have far bigger needs than a left footed defender.
Quote from: btffc on December 24, 2025, 07:08:07 PMQuote from: FFC007 on December 24, 2025, 06:48:26 PMhttps://www.teamtalk.com/news/nathan-ake-exit-palace-fulham-west-ham-bournemouth-sources-reveal-asking-price
Looks like Ake is available.... Thoughts?
Could fill the left back void to move Sess up to wing positions to cover Adama going?
He is more CB than LB. Don't see it making sense unless Cuenca or Bassey get sold. He is 30 which would probably be fine if he was coming to play CB but a bad idea if coming to play LB where pace and athleticism are of huge importance. For 25 million and big wages, we have far bigger needs than a left footed defender.
Agreed. Perfectly happy with Cuenca. Focus funds on RW to replace Adams, CM and ST if needs be.
I'm going to pretend that we have money to spend, and say that I really hope we go for:
- Joey Veerman (6'1" CM from PSV, with 15 goal contributions this season in 16 games, reportedly with a €20m release clause), and
- Santiago Giménez (by making the Chuka deal permanent, I'd look to make this another loan-with-option - Milan bought him for €28m and he's flopped, so should be available for a fair amount less than that). If he's not available, I'd look for a similar deal for Moise Kean.
These two would offer a relatively affordable way to improve our squad immediately, and would possibly be eventual replacements for TC and Raul.
I've just seen that Lazar Samardzic could be available this window potentially. I don't know how many of you are familiar with him, but he's a former German youth International who decided to play for Serbia at a senior level. Currently at Atalanta. I think he has all attributes to become a world class player, he just needs to be more consistent and I think he'd thrive under Marco. He can play as an 8, as a 10 or on either wing(although he is much better off the right than off the left).
don't get this playing JKA stuff i get he's had very very limited time but we haven't seen enough of him actually we haven't even seen him have a shot? Yet some on here suggest he should have more time based on???
Quote from: SerbianLad on December 24, 2025, 11:28:56 PMI've just seen that Lazar Samardzic could be available this window potentially. I don't know how many of you are familiar with him, but he's a former German youth International who decided to play for Serbia at a senior level. Currently at Atalanta. I think he has all attributes to become a world class player, he just needs to be more consistent and I think he'd thrive under Marco. He can play as an 8, as a 10 or on either wing(although he is much better off the right than off the left).
Would be very happy with Samardzic. Extremely talented but assuming we can sign Harry to a new deal and Chukwueze, our focus should probably be on someone who excels on the left.
Quote from: irishfulham on December 25, 2025, 12:36:30 AMdon't get this playing JKA stuff i get he's had very very limited time but we haven't seen enough of him actually we haven't even seen him have a shot? Yet some on here suggest he should have more time based on???
Based on the little cameos we have seen recently being pretty good for first team (city he played well and last game he nearly had an assist within 5mins of being on with a great flick to king) and u21s (60mins 1 goal and should have had 1 assist to if not for poor finishing by the player he passed to hitting the bar) .
Personally I said I'd rather we played him than sign Origi, specifically....But frankly I'd like to see him play more than 5minutes over a half dead Raul who's generally so knackered during second halves that he barely affects the game.
Part of wanting to see him play more is precisely so then at least we can better judge and actually decide where to allocate budgets and with what urgency + get a better idea of if he'd worth signing in the summer and continuing his development
Quote from: irishfulham on December 25, 2025, 12:36:30 AMdon't get this playing JKA stuff i get he's had very very limited time but we haven't seen enough of him actually we haven't even seen him have a shot? Yet some on here suggest he should have more time based on???
He should play more because just his energy pressing is 10x more effective than an absolutely crocked Raul after 60+ minutes when he is walking the majority of the time and really provides almost nothing.
Quote from: Craven Mad on December 24, 2025, 10:19:04 PMI'm going to pretend that we have money to spend, and say that I really hope we go for:
- Joey Veerman (6'1" CM from PSV, with 15 goal contributions this season in 16 games, reportedly with a €20m release clause), and
- Santiago Giménez (by making the Chuka deal permanent, I'd look to make this another loan-with-option - Milan bought him for €28m and he's flopped, so should be available for a fair amount less than that). If he's not available, I'd look for a similar deal for Moise Kean.
These two would offer a relatively affordable way to improve our squad immediately, and would possibly be eventual replacements for TC and Raul.
Personally my preference would be pepi > Santiago and Keane as prefer his all round game to the others, but true that they might be cheaper than the 30m We've been rumoured with offering. i wouldnt be averse to any of them and think all could be useful
Quote from: btffc on December 25, 2025, 12:48:14 AMWould be very happy with Samardzic. Extremely talented but assuming we can sign Harry to a new deal and Chukwueze, our focus should probably be on someone who excels on the left.
But that's his third best position. He's more of an 8/10. And also Chukwuze actually played more games on the left for us so far + we have Iwobi and Kevin who can play on the left. Providing Adama leaves, we'd actually have less cover on the right than on the leff.
He could potentially be that attacking 8 we are looking for, while also someone who'd offer cover for all 3 positions behind the striker (although I'd never play him on the left wing).
Quote from: btffc on December 25, 2025, 01:22:01 AMHe should play more because just his energy pressing is 10x more effective than an absolutely crocked Raul after 60+ minutes when he is walking the majority of the time and really provides almost nothing.
Exactly, I've supported Marco in the past for his decision not to play JKA (and I argued that with some people here), but I feel like he's shown enough to get more minutes late in games. I disagree with people who are saying he should start games, but Raul, even when he doesn't play as much as he has recently, tends to tire around the 60-65th minute and then he becomes less effective gradually. By the end of the game he can barely walk. Now that he plays 90 minutes almost every game this is even more apparent.
From what I've seen from JKA so far(which still isn't much), he'd be more effective in the final 20 or so minutes than Raul.
Quote from: SerbianLad on December 25, 2025, 01:30:32 AMQuote from: btffc on December 25, 2025, 01:22:01 AMHe should play more because just his energy pressing is 10x more effective than an absolutely crocked Raul after 60+ minutes when he is walking the majority of the time and really provides almost nothing.
Exactly, I've supported Marco in the past for his decision not to play JKA (and I argued that with some people here), but I feel like he's shown enough to get more minutes late in games. I disagree with people who are saying he should start games, but Raul, even when he doesn't play as much as he has recently, tends to tire around the 60-65th minute and then he becomes less effective gradually. By the end of the game he can barely walk. Now that he plays 90 minutes almost every game this is even more apparent.
From what I've seen from JKA so far(which still isn't much), he'd be more effective in the final 20 or so minutes than Raul.
This is exactly how I feel. He doesn't need to be starting but Raul late in games is pretty useless. Don't even think he should be playing once Muniz is back, but right now it's idiotic he isn't getting at least 20 minutes at the end of every match.
Quote from: SerbianLad on December 25, 2025, 01:25:28 AMQuote from: btffc on December 25, 2025, 12:48:14 AMWould be very happy with Samardzic. Extremely talented but assuming we can sign Harry to a new deal and Chukwueze, our focus should probably be on someone who excels on the left.
But that's his third best position. He's more of an 8/10. And also Chukwuze actually played more games on the left for us so far + we have Iwobi and Kevin who can play on the left. Providing Adama leaves, we'd actually have less cover on the right than on the leff.
He could potentially be that attacking 8 we are looking for, while also someone who'd offer cover for all 3 positions behind the striker (although I'd never play him on the left wing).
I've only seen him play as a winger so I can't comment on that but if he is a progressive passing 8 then that could definitely work.
Quote from: jayffc on December 25, 2025, 01:22:18 AMQuote from: Craven Mad on December 24, 2025, 10:19:04 PMI'm going to pretend that we have money to spend, and say that I really hope we go for:
- Joey Veerman (6'1" CM from PSV, with 15 goal contributions this season in 16 games, reportedly with a €20m release clause), and
- Santiago Giménez (by making the Chuka deal permanent, I'd look to make this another loan-with-option - Milan bought him for €28m and he's flopped, so should be available for a fair amount less than that). If he's not available, I'd look for a similar deal for Moise Kean.
These two would offer a relatively affordable way to improve our squad immediately, and would possibly be eventual replacements for TC and Raul.
Personally my preference would be pepi > Santiago and Keane as prefer his all round game to the others, but true that they might be cheaper than the 30m We've been rumoured with offering. i wouldnt be averse to any of them and think all could be useful
I prefer Pepi too. I expect that money would be the barrier, as you say, but he's definitely the more in form of the two strikers
Quote from: jayffc on December 24, 2025, 08:38:09 PMQuote from: btffc on December 24, 2025, 07:08:07 PMQuote from: FFC007 on December 24, 2025, 06:48:26 PMhttps://www.teamtalk.com/news/nathan-ake-exit-palace-fulham-west-ham-bournemouth-sources-reveal-asking-price
Looks like Ake is available.... Thoughts?
Could fill the left back void to move Sess up to wing positions to cover Adama going?
He is more CB than LB. Don't see it making sense unless Cuenca or Bassey get sold. He is 30 which would probably be fine if he was coming to play CB but a bad idea if coming to play LB where pace and athleticism are of huge importance. For 25 million and big wages, we have far bigger needs than a left footed defender.
Agreed. Perfectly happy with Cuenca. Focus funds on RW to replace Adams, CM and ST if needs be.
I have been impressed with Patrick Wimmer every time I watched Wolfsburg and we have been linked with him last summer so he could be a nice addition to a RW place.
Quote from: irishfulham on December 25, 2025, 12:36:30 AMdon't get this playing JKA stuff i get he's had very very limited time but we haven't seen enough of him actually we haven't even seen him have a shot? Yet some on here suggest he should have more time based on???
Based on The fact he hasn't had more time.
Quote from: btffc on December 25, 2025, 02:22:00 AMI've only seen him play as a winger so I can't comment on that but if he is a progressive passing 8 then that could definitely work.
He played there a lot in his career, so he definitely could. The question is, as always, how well will that translate to the PL. But I see a lot of good factors in him, he's extremely talented, he's still very young, he can cover multiple positions, he's already played in Bundesliga and Serie A, so he'd probably, like Chukwueze, adapt quicker than Kevin.
Not another Serb SL. Soon we'll have all your family playing for Fulham.
Merry Christmas and Sawadee Pee Mai from Thailand. 29C @ 1900 hrs a bit better than your weather mate.
Semenyo going to City could push Oscar Bobb out the door. Never thought that would become an opportunity but Sander Berge should have a word with him.
https://www.footballfancast.com/fulham-talks-with-chelsea-star-raheem-sterling-crystal-palace-january/
Sterling to Fulham on the radar?
Quote from: irishfulham on December 25, 2025, 12:36:30 AMdon't get this playing JKA stuff i get he's had very very limited time but we haven't seen enough of him actually we haven't even seen him have a shot? Yet some on here suggest he should have more time based on???
You're expecting our striker's to have a shot...no, no, no...we won't have that sort of expectation on this forum....next you'll be wanting our defender's to defend
Quote from: FFC007 on December 25, 2025, 12:11:33 PMhttps://www.footballfancast.com/fulham-talks-with-chelsea-star-raheem-sterling-crystal-palace-january/
Sterling to Fulham on the radar?
With Wilson and chuk already at RW id be fine with this. Sure he had a quiet couple years but so had Willian when he came here at an older age. His premier league record is pretty amazing prior to that.
Would prefer Tyrique George but the costs of him + a good CM + Maybe a striker is probably a stretch too far
Quote from: Volz on December 25, 2025, 12:08:32 PMSemenyo going to City could push Oscar Bobb out the door. Never thought that would become an opportunity but Sander Berge should have a word with him.
Id be surprised if he wouldn't have offers from European teams across Europe but if available and interested id of course be well up for that
I wouldn't mind seeing someone like Ortega come in and keep Leno on his toes even if looking ahead to next season. Down to third choice at City and personally think he is a very decent keeper. Possibly a bargain to be had?
Quote from: JimmyConway on December 25, 2025, 01:29:22 PMI wouldn't mind seeing someone like Ortega come in and keep Leno on his toes even if looking ahead to next season. Down to third choice at City and personally think he is a very decent keeper. Possibly a bargain to be had?
Quote from: JimmyConway on December 25, 2025, 01:29:22 PMI wouldn't mind seeing someone like Ortega come in and keep Leno on his toes even if looking ahead to next season. Down to third choice at City and personally think he is a very decent keeper. Possibly a bargain to be had?
Yes good keeper, but the wages?
https://x.com/FulhamTransfer/status/2003776091266420852?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Etweet
Quote from: jayffc on December 25, 2025, 01:10:22 PMQuote from: Volz on December 25, 2025, 12:08:32 PMSemenyo going to City could push Oscar Bobb out the door. Never thought that would become an opportunity but Sander Berge should have a word with him.
Id be surprised if he wouldn't have offers from European teams across Europe but if available and interested id of course be well up for that
https://twitter.com/FabrizioRomano/status/2004132006180147309
Does appear he might be available and want to leave, but also not very likely a race we would have much chance of winning. Would probably be fairly expensive(25-30m+) as well and he is primarily a RW when we have more need on the left. City fans I've seen believe his injury last season has really effected him negatively and he's not nearly as dynamic as he was before it.
Quote from: Jims Dentist on December 25, 2025, 01:49:42 PMQuote from: JimmyConway on December 25, 2025, 01:29:22 PMI wouldn't mind seeing someone like Ortega come in and keep Leno on his toes even if looking ahead to next season. Down to third choice at City and personally think he is a very decent keeper. Possibly a bargain to be had?
Quote from: JimmyConway on December 25, 2025, 01:29:22 PMI wouldn't mind seeing someone like Ortega come in and keep Leno on his toes even if looking ahead to next season. Down to third choice at City and personally think he is a very decent keeper. Possibly a bargain to be had?
Yes good keeper, but the wages?
Yes agree Jim but the chance to compete for the turtles and being involved in the squad match day? His not even getting the cup games it's Trafford there.
Quote from: JimmyConway on December 25, 2025, 04:58:25 PMQuote from: Jims Dentist on December 25, 2025, 01:49:42 PMQuote from: JimmyConway on December 25, 2025, 01:29:22 PMI wouldn't mind seeing someone like Ortega come in and keep Leno on his toes even if looking ahead to next season. Down to third choice at City and personally think he is a very decent keeper. Possibly a bargain to be had?
Quote from: JimmyConway on December 25, 2025, 01:29:22 PMI wouldn't mind seeing someone like Ortega come in and keep Leno on his toes even if looking ahead to next season. Down to third choice at City and personally think he is a very decent keeper. Possibly a bargain to be had?
Yes good keeper, but the wages?
Yes agree Jim but the chance to compete for the turtles and being involved in the squad match day? His not even getting the cup games it's Trafford there.
We should get Trafford in the Summer.
https://twitter.com/FulhamTransfer/status/2004298688206958865
No please, not Sterling.
It's going to be Sterling isn't it? This would just smack of a lack of scouting and innovative thinking to me.
Quote from: Twig on December 25, 2025, 11:37:17 PMIt's going to be Sterling isn't it? This would just smack of a lack of scouting and innovative thinking to me.
It would be a disaster. Getting match fit and match ready will take an age for starters and then there will be the conundrum of where and how to play him if, and only if, Silva decides to actually play him.I can't actually remember the last time Sterling played a top flight game.
Quote from: demeant0r on December 25, 2025, 11:10:43 PMNo please, not Sterling.
Don't see the negatives with regards to Sterling apart from him being not match fit? Yes he'll miss a few but has genuine pace and another dimension to our attacking play. Give me Raheem over Adama everyday of the week & twice on Sunday's ! We as a team have to sit quite low down the pecking order in this league so we should never look a gift horse in the mouth especially the way this first part of the season has panned out. We are edging away from the drop zone but some tough fixtures are on the horizon and it would not take a huge loss in form to get dragged back in. For me someone like Sterling will be a big asset and help towards keeping the Wolf from the door!
Sterling would be fine providing we're not coughing up huge amounts of dosh. I would think it would be a loan for this season. He would bring experience and imagine what King could learn off him!
I don't see an issue with this signing if it goes ahead.
I've nothing against a loan for Sterling per se, but he's apparently on £325K a week at Chelsea, so unless they're still willing to pay the bulk of his wages, I can't see it happening.
Nothing against Sterling the player, it's Sterling's wages I have a big problem with. No way can we afford to pay him what he's accustomed to, not even a fraction.
Quote from: Twig on December 26, 2025, 10:22:38 AMNothing against Sterling the player, it's Sterling's wages I have a big problem with. No way can we afford to pay him what he's accustomed to, not even a fraction.
Given he has no club willing to take them on though id think if he wants to play that's gonna be the case wherever he goes. It's make money and see out your career in the wilderness, take a pay cut massively to play, or go on loan. Most likely is Chelsea accept someone taking him on loan and paying some portion of his wages. 100k per week, which is a third, is still several million over the rest of his contract saved and within our means if we shed the likes of Adama (70k)
Given it's January, Adama out Sterling in would be absolutely fine with me. Traore is 3rd choice RW when chuk returns so not worried about sterling needing some time to get match fitness with cameos in the meantime time. If he proves himself then we have welcome competition for places and someone who can also play up top.
He's 3 years younger than Willian was when he joined fulham. Given his experience at this level Marco might actually play him within 3 months 😅
There are others I'd like but wouldn't sniff at this
Would love the George move to happen, but would be happy with Sterling in for Adama til the end of the season.
I'm not sure how Sterling would fit into our system.... unless of course we sell a couple of players
Can we stop all this Sterling nonsense, he's not signing for Fulham!
If Chelsea very kindly offered to pay 75% of his wages (which they won't) we would still have to pay 75k a week!!
Thats not happening in a million years.
Next !
Quote from: C Block on December 26, 2025, 12:07:59 PMCan we stop all this Sterling nonsense, he's not signing for Fulham!
If Chelsea very kindly offered to pay 75% of his wages (which they won't) we would still have to pay 75k a week!!
Thats not happening in a million years.
Next !
Adama is supposedly on quite high wages. It's not unfeasible Chelsea pay the majority of his wages and we pay 75/100k per week on a short term.
Willian was on high wages here too.
Quote from: hopper on December 26, 2025, 12:21:28 PMQuote from: C Block on December 26, 2025, 12:07:59 PMCan we stop all this Sterling nonsense, he's not signing for Fulham!
If Chelsea very kindly offered to pay 75% of his wages (which they won't) we would still have to pay 75k a week!!
Thats not happening in a million years.
Next !
Adama is supposedly on quite high wages. It's not unfeasible Chelsea pay the majority of his wages and we pay 75/100k per week on a short term.
Willian was on high wages here too.
Exactly. We've had multiple players apparently on this or more?
Adama is literally reported all over the net as being on 70k pw before bonuses 🤷
Leno reportedly maybe even north of 120k
We were allegedly in for sterling in the summer before signing chukwueze and so didnt pull the trigger, so not sure why it's such a stretch tbh. If you're Chelsea it's better to get something back than nothing for a player not involved and for sterling you get to stay in London where it's been said he wants to be for his young families sake.
No to Sterling thanks. Can we get some younger players in with some future sell on for big profit potential? What are our scouting team doing?!
Sterling reportedly is willing to take a pay cut to facilitate a move to a London club. Say he halves his wages to 160k then Chelsea pays half that to make the loan happen. That's 80k which is more than fine. Adama is on 70k and the "modest fee" we receive from selling him more than likely covers the increase in wages for Sterling and more. We could possibly make money on the swap.
If I remember correctly, we offered to cover 70k of Sterling's wages in the Summer so I assume it's pretty similar now.
Quote from: Jules on December 26, 2025, 12:31:34 PMNo to Sterling thanks. Can we get some younger players in with some future sell on for big profit potential? What are our scouting team doing?!
Part of the issue is they cost a lot of money. We have limited funds. We have to have a mix of cheap and expensive players to make it all work. We can't just go full Chelsea. We could sell Josh King to fund some more expensive signings but I'm not sure that's something many want to do.
Quote from: C Block on December 26, 2025, 12:07:59 PMCan we stop all this Sterling nonsense, he's not signing for Fulham!
If Chelsea very kindly offered to pay 75% of his wages (which they won't) we would still have to pay 75k a week!!
Thats not happening in a million years.
Next !
You may have a bit of egg on your face here, C Block.
We are 100% talking to Chelsea again about bringing Stirling coming in on loan, as they've dropped their ridiculous request of covering 100% of the players wages, only 40% now, do circa 90k.
As above, Silva wanted him in the summer, and he's only being seen as temporary cover to get us until next summer.
Quote from: btffc on December 26, 2025, 12:50:11 PMQuote from: Jules on December 26, 2025, 12:31:34 PMNo to Sterling thanks. Can we get some younger players in with some future sell on for big profit potential? What are our scouting team doing?!
Part of the issue is they cost a lot of money. We have limited funds. We have to have a mix of cheap and expensive players to make it all work. We can't just go full Chelsea. We could sell Josh King to fund some more expensive signings but I'm not sure that's something many want to do.
I don't think it should always involve a lot of money though. And definitely dont sell King for a couple of seasons yet. I am all for a loan or two. We definitely need them, but I want us to pick up future Semenyos,Gyokores etc. We never sign youngsters for 5-10 mil from the championship do we?
Quote from: Jules on December 26, 2025, 01:06:06 PMQuote from: btffc on December 26, 2025, 12:50:11 PMQuote from: Jules on December 26, 2025, 12:31:34 PMNo to Sterling thanks. Can we get some younger players in with some future sell on for big profit potential? What are our scouting team doing?!
Part of the issue is they cost a lot of money. We have limited funds. We have to have a mix of cheap and expensive players to make it all work. We can't just go full Chelsea. We could sell Josh King to fund some more expensive signings but I'm not sure that's something many want to do.
I don't think it should always involve a lot of money though. And definitely dont sell King for a couple of seasons yet. I am all for a loan or two. We definitely need them, but I want us to pick up future Semenyos,Gyokores etc. We never sign youngsters for 5-10 mil from the championship do we?
Definitely agree that we ignore the Championship and it's a failing, but good and young Championship players cost 15-25 million these days. Hackney is one we should be all over. We did actually try for Gyokeres but he turned us and other PL teams down because he wanted Sporting.
We need 5-6 new players over the next two windows. We can't spend 100m without major sales. Realistically we can probably spend 50-70m before sales so it's better to buy 3 players for ~20m each then get 2-3 more cheap or on frees rather than a bunch of 10m players.
If the wages are right, I'm not too bothered about the Sterling rumor. I think he'd be an upgrade on Adama tbh, and sounds like we'd have very little to lose.
I'd rather an exciting young prospect, as I'm sure we all would, but if we can get Sterling in for next to nothing for the remainder of the season it might free up some funds for the much-needed creative CM that is more urgent tbh.
Quote from: Jules on December 26, 2025, 12:31:34 PMNo to Sterling thanks. Can we get some younger players in with some future sell on for big profit potential? What are our scouting team doing?!
They just signed JKA, Chuk and Kevin from other leagues? Chuk is already intended to be the exciting wing upgrade.
Were talking about a short term replacement with an incredible premier league record to replace our third option and we'd presumably then look at full time replacements from there. Either he does so well we look to sign him for another year to see out his Chelsea contract or we buy a longer term replacement in the summer when we know Wilson's situation.
Nothing wrong with a balance of younger signings and experienced players for them to learn from
I'm curious what exactly a "modest fee" for Adama would look like.
Quote from: jayffc on December 26, 2025, 02:29:38 PMQuote from: Jules on December 26, 2025, 12:31:34 PMNo to Sterling thanks. Can we get some younger players in with some future sell on for big profit potential? What are our scouting team doing?!
They just signed JKA, Chuk and Kevin from other leagues? Chuk is already intended to be the exciting wing upgrade.
Were talking about a short term replacement with an incredible premier league record to replace our third option and we'd presumably then look at full time replacements from there. Either he does so well we look to sign him for another year to see out his Chelsea contract or we buy a longer term replacement in the summer when we know Wilson's situation.
Nothing wrong with a balance of younger signings and experienced players for them to learn from
Fair enough. I am excited about Chuk. He looks a real talent. Hopefully we can convert him to a perm signing. JKA was a gamble, and he is young but I just don't see a player there unfortunately, even in the very few minutes he has had. Kevin I hope comes good. He needs some confidence building. Hopefully he scores soon as he is overthinking chances at the moment and making poor decisions in front of goal.
Oscar Bobb link! Someone's going to be happy!!!
Quote from: FFC1987 on December 26, 2025, 05:20:59 PMOscar Bobb link! Someone's going to be happy!!!
No chance, Sterling much more likely.
Quote from: btffc on December 26, 2025, 01:29:39 PMQuote from: Jules on December 26, 2025, 01:06:06 PMQuote from: btffc on December 26, 2025, 12:50:11 PMQuote from: Jules on December 26, 2025, 12:31:34 PMNo to Sterling thanks. Can we get some younger players in with some future sell on for big profit potential? What are our scouting team doing?!
Part of the issue is they cost a lot of money. We have limited funds. We have to have a mix of cheap and expensive players to make it all work. We can't just go full Chelsea. We could sell Josh King to fund some more expensive signings but I'm not sure that's something many want to do.
I don't think it should always involve a lot of money though. And definitely dont sell King for a couple of seasons yet. I am all for a loan or two. We definitely need them, but I want us to pick up future Semenyos,Gyokores etc. We never sign youngsters for 5-10 mil from the championship do we?
Definitely agree that we ignore the Championship and it's a failing, but good and young Championship players cost 15-25 million these days. Hackney is one we should be all over. We did actually try for Gyokeres but he turned us and other PL teams down because he wanted Sporting.
We need 5-6 new players over the next two windows. We can't spend 100m without major sales. Realistically we can probably spend 50-70m before sales so it's better to buy 3 players for ~20m each then get 2-3 more cheap or on frees rather than a bunch of 10m players.
I imagine we will flog King at some point to fund. We have been poor in our buys to enable good sell on fees to fund growth, and knowing when to sell, Muniz and AP being a casing examples
Quote from: Chi_FFC on December 26, 2025, 02:43:08 PMI'm curious what exactly a "modest fee" for Adama would look like.
I cant see more than £2-3m at best.
Quote from: KentFulham on December 26, 2025, 06:56:40 PMQuote from: Chi_FFC on December 26, 2025, 02:43:08 PMI'm curious what exactly a "modest fee" for Adama would look like.
I cant see more than £2-3m at best.
Think your in ball park as you say at best!
That's surely just the value of the oil
Which Sterling are we being linked with? The one I saw play a few games for Chelsea, no thank you; I'd rather keep Adama. The Chelsea Sterling looked a shadow of the Man City Sterling of a few years earlier. He seemed only to want any slight contact to have an excuse to go down rather than complete an attack.
Quote from: onecupsoon on December 26, 2025, 08:03:03 PMWhich Sterling are we being linked with? The one I saw play a few games for Chelsea, no thank you; I'd rather keep Adama. The Chelsea Sterling looked a shadow of the Man City Sterling of a few years earlier. He seemed only to want any slight contact to have an excuse to go down rather than complete an attack.
Which Willian are we being linked with? The one I saw at arsenal no thank you, I'd rather keep Kebano. The Arsenal Willian I saw looked a shadow of the man city sterling of a few years earlier. He seemed like his legs were gone and he looked ready to retire in Brazil...
Quote from: jayffc on December 26, 2025, 08:35:44 PMQuote from: onecupsoon on December 26, 2025, 08:03:03 PMWhich Sterling are we being linked with? The one I saw play a few games for Chelsea, no thank you; I'd rather keep Adama. The Chelsea Sterling looked a shadow of the Man City Sterling of a few years earlier. He seemed only to want any slight contact to have an excuse to go down rather than complete an attack.
Which Willian are we being linked with? The one I saw at arsenal no thank you, I'd rather keep Kebano. The Arsenal Willian I saw looked a shadow of the man city sterling of a few years earlier. He seemed like his legs were gone and he looked ready to retire in Brazil...
I see the point you're making but I watched Willian when at Arsenal and his legs never looked shot. Just looked like a player low on confidence and trying too hard. Whereas Sterling at Arsenal just looked like his legs were gone.
I see very little point in bringing him in for stupid wages in January when he's no where near match fit, won't be up to speed with Marco for a month or so and by then, he then needs match conditioning. Unless we're signing him on mega wages to not really play for a few months, half way through a season, and perhaps hope he's in Marcos longer term plans for next season and beyond which, let's face it, is unlikely....
Trying to be positive man but if this is the level of recruitment we now have, I'm with the discord lot and can't try and justify it anymore.
Seems a bit of a new thing where FulhamTransfer is the source rather than a rumour aggregator. Will be interesting to see if any of this comes to pass.
I'd be absolutely fine with Sterling. I do think a bit of perspective is needed. When a high profile player drops off they quickly become a figure of ridicule and derision/banter subject and people can lose sight of the fact they were one of the league's best players.
Now, clearly he's not that anymore - but class is permanent as we've seen with Montella, Diarra, Berbatov, Willian etc. He's not coming in as the main man, but come on - on a short term, favourable deal we shouldn't throw the baby out with the bathwater. Reasonable odds that he could still pop up with some big moments and be a decent short term option.
Quote from: hopper on December 26, 2025, 10:32:29 PMSeems a bit of a new thing where FulhamTransfer is the source rather than a rumour aggregator. Will be interesting to see if any of this comes to pass.
I'd be absolutely fine with Sterling. I do think a bit of perspective is needed. When a high profile player drops off they quickly become a figure of ridicule and derision/banter subject and people can lose sight of the fact they were one of the league's best players.
Now, clearly he's not that anymore - but class is permanent as we've seen with Montella, Diarra, Berbatov, Willian etc. He's not coming in as the main man, but come on - on a short term, favourable deal we shouldn't throw the baby out with the bathwater. Reasonable odds that he could still pop up with some big moments and be a decent short term option.
We'll see I guess. He's never been a decent pressing player, and he's never been asked to track back which he'd have to do at a side like Fulham. He's nowhere near fit let alone match fit and the last time we actually saw him kick a ball, he struggled big time for both minutes in an injury riddled squad. In my humble opinion, he looked like a player well past his prime and would be demanding serious wages which should never be scoff e at even in the short term.
Happy to agree to disagree and if we do bring him, see how he fares but I'm sorry I won't be sharing your and others enthusiasm for him.
Quote from: FFC1987 on December 26, 2025, 10:47:52 PMQuote from: hopper on December 26, 2025, 10:32:29 PMSeems a bit of a new thing where FulhamTransfer is the source rather than a rumour aggregator. Will be interesting to see if any of this comes to pass.
I'd be absolutely fine with Sterling. I do think a bit of perspective is needed. When a high profile player drops off they quickly become a figure of ridicule and derision/banter subject and people can lose sight of the fact they were one of the league's best players.
Now, clearly he's not that anymore - but class is permanent as we've seen with Montella, Diarra, Berbatov, Willian etc. He's not coming in as the main man, but come on - on a short term, favourable deal we shouldn't throw the baby out with the bathwater. Reasonable odds that he could still pop up with some big moments and be a decent short term option.
We'll see I guess. He's never been a decent pressing player, and he's never been asked to track back which he'd have to do at a side like Fulham. He's nowhere near fit let alone match fit and the last time we actually saw him kick a ball, he struggled big time for both minutes in an injury riddled squad. In my humble opinion, he looked like a player well past his prime and would be demanding serious wages which should never be scoff e at even in the short term.
Happy to agree to disagree and if we do bring him, see how he fares but I'm sorry I won't be sharing your and others enthusiasm for him.
I wouldn't be enthusiastic as such, but I certainly won't be disappointed with him.
Quote from: hopper on December 26, 2025, 10:51:08 PMQuote from: FFC1987 on December 26, 2025, 10:47:52 PMQuote from: hopper on December 26, 2025, 10:32:29 PMSeems a bit of a new thing where FulhamTransfer is the source rather than a rumour aggregator. Will be interesting to see if any of this comes to pass.
I'd be absolutely fine with Sterling. I do think a bit of perspective is needed. When a high profile player drops off they quickly become a figure of ridicule and derision/banter subject and people can lose sight of the fact they were one of the league's best players.
Now, clearly he's not that anymore - but class is permanent as we've seen with Montella, Diarra, Berbatov, Willian etc. He's not coming in as the main man, but come on - on a short term, favourable deal we shouldn't throw the baby out with the bathwater. Reasonable odds that he could still pop up with some big moments and be a decent short term option.
We'll see I guess. He's never been a decent pressing player, and he's never been asked to track back which he'd have to do at a side like Fulham. He's nowhere near fit let alone match fit and the last time we actually saw him kick a ball, he struggled big time for both minutes in an injury riddled squad. In my humble opinion, he looked like a player well past his prime and would be demanding serious wages which should never be scoff e at even in the short term.
Happy to agree to disagree and if we do bring him, see how he fares but I'm sorry I won't be sharing your and others enthusiasm for him.
I wouldn't be enthusiastic as such, but I certainly won't be disappointed with him.
I would.
I'd find it uninspiring and quite frankly, lazy, from our recruitment team allocating large portions of our budget towards a player with no resale value, on a short term deal taking game time from far more committed players, who seemingly hasn't played a competitive match since what, 6-7 months ago? Hasn't been training competitively either....Lets say it takes him 3-4 matches to come in and get match fit and up to speed with Silvas way of playing.
You can probably tell I'm unimpressed by it but if some of you lot are finding it exciting or think it's valuable, as I say, sorry I can't share in that. Let's hope I'm wrong if he does come in hey.
@FFC1987 I just think its about perspective. Replacing Traore for half a season for a player who's scored 123 goals could be a workable short term solution, and then in summer we revisit.
If there's a long term solution we can bring in and financially make work then great, I'd love it. Tyrique George would be great.
Quote from: hopper on December 26, 2025, 10:32:29 PMSeems a bit of a new thing where FulhamTransfer is the source rather than a rumour aggregator. Will be interesting to see if any of this comes to pass.
I'd be absolutely fine with Sterling. I do think a bit of perspective is needed. When a high profile player drops off they quickly become a figure of ridicule and derision/banter subject and people can lose sight of the fact they were one of the league's best players.
Now, clearly he's not that anymore - but class is permanent as we've seen with Montella, Diarra, Berbatov, Willian etc. He's not coming in as the main man, but come on - on a short term, favourable deal we shouldn't throw the baby out with the bathwater. Reasonable odds that he could still pop up with some big moments and be a decent short term option.
Think FFN only posts with himself as the source if he has rock solid info about it.
I do disagree about the class is permanent thing for him because he was never really class/technique player like the ones mentioned. He was always mostly a movement plus quickness player so he'll suffer more than those by losing a yard of pace/quickness, but he's a decent finisher and knows how to find space to score from. Also pretty adept at winning penalties(diving).
Fair enough Hopper. I appreciate the point but i still disagree. ::wine::
Quote from: btffc on December 26, 2025, 11:05:07 PMQuote from: hopper on December 26, 2025, 10:32:29 PMSeems a bit of a new thing where FulhamTransfer is the source rather than a rumour aggregator. Will be interesting to see if any of this comes to pass.
I'd be absolutely fine with Sterling. I do think a bit of perspective is needed. When a high profile player drops off they quickly become a figure of ridicule and derision/banter subject and people can lose sight of the fact they were one of the league's best players.
Now, clearly he's not that anymore - but class is permanent as we've seen with Montella, Diarra, Berbatov, Willian etc. He's not coming in as the main man, but come on - on a short term, favourable deal we shouldn't throw the baby out with the bathwater. Reasonable odds that he could still pop up with some big moments and be a decent short term option.
Think FFN only posts with himself as the source if he has rock solid info about it.
I do disagree about the class is permanent thing for him because he was never really class/technique player like the ones mentioned. He was always mostly a movement plus quickness player so he'll suffer more than those by losing a yard of pace/quickness, but he's a decent finisher and knows how to find space to score from. Also pretty adept at winning penalties(diving).
I do agree with all of that. But movement is also a kind of skill even if it's not as clear and immediate as ball striking. And wingers do have a sharper fall off than other positions because of that half yard of pace.
I imagine though that a young Kevin and King could learn a thing or two and would be excited to work with Sterling.
If the deal is fine, short term, I don't mind it.
Quote from: btffc on December 26, 2025, 11:05:07 PMQuote from: hopper on December 26, 2025, 10:32:29 PMSeems a bit of a new thing where FulhamTransfer is the source rather than a rumour aggregator. Will be interesting to see if any of this comes to pass.
I'd be absolutely fine with Sterling. I do think a bit of perspective is needed. When a high profile player drops off they quickly become a figure of ridicule and derision/banter subject and people can lose sight of the fact they were one of the league's best players.
Now, clearly he's not that anymore - but class is permanent as we've seen with Montella, Diarra, Berbatov, Willian etc. He's not coming in as the main man, but come on - on a short term, favourable deal we shouldn't throw the baby out with the bathwater. Reasonable odds that he could still pop up with some big moments and be a decent short term option.
Think FFN only posts with himself as the source if he has rock solid info about it.
I do disagree about the class is permanent thing for him because he was never really class/technique player like the ones mentioned. He was always mostly a movement plus quickness player so he'll suffer more than those by losing a yard of pace/quickness, but he's a decent finisher and knows how to find space to score from. Also pretty adept at winning penalties(diving).
Bear in mind that those penalties awarded in his Liverpool, City and Chelsea shirts won't be awarded in ours!
Quote from: FFC1987 on December 26, 2025, 11:00:38 PMQuote from: hopper on December 26, 2025, 10:51:08 PMQuote from: FFC1987 on December 26, 2025, 10:47:52 PMQuote from: hopper on December 26, 2025, 10:32:29 PMSeems a bit of a new thing where FulhamTransfer is the source rather than a rumour aggregator. Will be interesting to see if any of this comes to pass.
I'd be absolutely fine with Sterling. I do think a bit of perspective is needed. When a high profile player drops off they quickly become a figure of ridicule and derision/banter subject and people can lose sight of the fact they were one of the league's best players.
Now, clearly he's not that anymore - but class is permanent as we've seen with Montella, Diarra, Berbatov, Willian etc. He's not coming in as the main man, but come on - on a short term, favourable deal we shouldn't throw the baby out with the bathwater. Reasonable odds that he could still pop up with some big moments and be a decent short term option.
We'll see I guess. He's never been a decent pressing player, and he's never been asked to track back which he'd have to do at a side like Fulham. He's nowhere near fit let alone match fit and the last time we actually saw him kick a ball, he struggled big time for both minutes in an injury riddled squad. In my humble opinion, he looked like a player well past his prime and would be demanding serious wages which should never be scoff e at even in the short term.
Happy to agree to disagree and if we do bring him, see how he fares but I'm sorry I won't be sharing your and others enthusiasm for him.
I wouldn't be enthusiastic as such, but I certainly won't be disappointed with him.
I would.
I'd find it uninspiring and quite frankly, lazy, from our recruitment team allocating large portions of our budget towards a player with no resale value, on a short term deal taking game time from far more committed players, who seemingly hasn't played a competitive match since what, 6-7 months ago? Hasn't been training competitively either....Lets say it takes him 3-4 matches to come in and get match fit and up to speed with Silvas way of playing.
You can probably tell I'm unimpressed by it but if some of you lot are finding it exciting or think it's valuable, as I say, sorry I can't share in that. Let's hope I'm wrong if he does come in hey.
I think I just feel like we only just signed an exciting starting winger in chuk (and Kevin). Taking a punt on a 3rd option rw with the goal record sterling has and who won't mind a bench role but could offer some real class makes perfect sense imo.
Obviously an oscar bobb would be awesome but do we really need to spend that in January unless we sold Wilson? And what message does that send to our summer wing signings.
Seems a sensible decision unless we we don't keep/extend harry
Quote from: jayffc on December 26, 2025, 11:45:25 PMQuote from: FFC1987 on December 26, 2025, 11:00:38 PMQuote from: hopper on December 26, 2025, 10:51:08 PMQuote from: FFC1987 on December 26, 2025, 10:47:52 PMQuote from: hopper on December 26, 2025, 10:32:29 PMSeems a bit of a new thing where FulhamTransfer is the source rather than a rumour aggregator. Will be interesting to see if any of this comes to pass.
I'd be absolutely fine with Sterling. I do think a bit of perspective is needed. When a high profile player drops off they quickly become a figure of ridicule and derision/banter subject and people can lose sight of the fact they were one of the league's best players.
Now, clearly he's not that anymore - but class is permanent as we've seen with Montella, Diarra, Berbatov, Willian etc. He's not coming in as the main man, but come on - on a short term, favourable deal we shouldn't throw the baby out with the bathwater. Reasonable odds that he could still pop up with some big moments and be a decent short term option.
We'll see I guess. He's never been a decent pressing player, and he's never been asked to track back which he'd have to do at a side like Fulham. He's nowhere near fit let alone match fit and the last time we actually saw him kick a ball, he struggled big time for both minutes in an injury riddled squad. In my humble opinion, he looked like a player well past his prime and would be demanding serious wages which should never be scoff e at even in the short term.
Happy to agree to disagree and if we do bring him, see how he fares but I'm sorry I won't be sharing your and others enthusiasm for him.
I wouldn't be enthusiastic as such, but I certainly won't be disappointed with him.
I would.
I'd find it uninspiring and quite frankly, lazy, from our recruitment team allocating large portions of our budget towards a player with no resale value, on a short term deal taking game time from far more committed players, who seemingly hasn't played a competitive match since what, 6-7 months ago? Hasn't been training competitively either....Lets say it takes him 3-4 matches to come in and get match fit and up to speed with Silvas way of playing.
You can probably tell I'm unimpressed by it but if some of you lot are finding it exciting or think it's valuable, as I say, sorry I can't share in that. Let's hope I'm wrong if he does come in hey.
I think I just feel like we only just signed an exciting starting winger in chuk (and Kevin). Taking a punt on a 3rd option rw with the goal record sterling has and who won't mind a bench role but could offer some real class makes perfect sense imo.
Obviously an oscar bobb would be awesome but do we really need to spend that in January unless we sold Wilson? And what message does that send to our summer wing signings.
Seems a sensible decision unless we we don't keep/extend harry
I don't think so but that's because I just don't see a ready and hungry player, or a cheap one. Oscar Bobb was more of a meme carry on from the summer silly season thread and I'm not even sure if he's the sort we should go for.
It's a tough one but of all the things we need in our squad during this window, I'm not really sure a RW is that high up and allocating those wages towards it feels off to me.
As I say, hope if we do get him in, I'll be eating some delicious humble pie! 😂
How much of this transfer strategy is Marco driven? We know how much he likes established premier league players.
Quote from: hopper on December 26, 2025, 11:20:49 PMQuote from: btffc on December 26, 2025, 11:05:07 PMQuote from: hopper on December 26, 2025, 10:32:29 PMSeems a bit of a new thing where FulhamTransfer is the source rather than a rumour aggregator. Will be interesting to see if any of this comes to pass.
I'd be absolutely fine with Sterling. I do think a bit of perspective is needed. When a high profile player drops off they quickly become a figure of ridicule and derision/banter subject and people can lose sight of the fact they were one of the league's best players.
Now, clearly he's not that anymore - but class is permanent as we've seen with Montella, Diarra, Berbatov, Willian etc. He's not coming in as the main man, but come on - on a short term, favourable deal we shouldn't throw the baby out with the bathwater. Reasonable odds that he could still pop up with some big moments and be a decent short term option.
Think FFN only posts with himself as the source if he has rock solid info about it.
I do disagree about the class is permanent thing for him because he was never really class/technique player like the ones mentioned. He was always mostly a movement plus quickness player so he'll suffer more than those by losing a yard of pace/quickness, but he's a decent finisher and knows how to find space to score from. Also pretty adept at winning penalties(diving).
I do agree with all of that. But movement is also a kind of skill even if it's not as clear and immediate as ball striking. And wingers do have a sharper fall off than other positions because of that half yard of pace.
I imagine though that a young Kevin and King could learn a thing or two and would be excited to work with Sterling.
If the deal is fine, short term, I don't mind it.
I'm with you. Cheap and/or short term then I'm totally fine with it. Worst case he's not any worse than Adama at about the same price so whatever.
For those of you that think we're signing Raheem Sterling, Silva made it abundantly clear in his interview with Jack Kelly that we WON'T be making any short term signings in January as he wants to build for the future,
In my mind that completely rules out Sterling and makes the signing of somebody like George (Chelsea) far more likely,
For those of you that haven't seen the interview notes on X , Silva was as bullish as he's ever been going into a window ,
Fingers crossed he gets what he wants.
Quote from: C Block on December 27, 2025, 09:41:42 AMFor those of you that think we're signing Raheem Sterling, Silva made it abundantly clear in his interview with Jack Kelly that we WON'T be making any short term signings in January as he wants to build for the future,
In my mind that completely rules out Sterling and makes the signing of somebody like George (Chelsea) far more likely,
For those of you that haven't seen the interview notes on X , Silva was as bullish as he's ever been going into a window ,
Fingers crossed he gets what he wants.
Obviously if more information has come to light since that suggests as such then that shifts the probabilities
Evidently people were going off of the latest reports at the time and there was little reason to doubt them given our clear interest months ago and the links to west ham for Adama.
The original suggestion was we wouldnt pay a certain amount of wages but this is a different topic and matter of approach all together.
Happy to hear Silva talking about building for the future though, hopefully something he himself is still invested in being a part of
Going for winger Fatawu from Leicester would make a lot more sense than Sterling.
If our other efforts to recruit a striker fail, I wouldn't mind us seeing what Everton would let Beto go for.
He is not clinical (not many are) but is fast, good in the air and a handful to play against.
Had it confirmed today we are talking to Raheeem. Will Hughes is keen if it means more game time. Those two in would be great. Ricardo Pepi is looking less likely until the summer but we have been told Troy Parrott is available now.
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Quote from: Jims Dentist on December 27, 2025, 08:23:51 PMIf our other efforts to recruit a striker fail, I wouldn't mind us seeing what Everton would let Beto go for.
He is not clinical (not many are) but is fast, good in the air and a handful to play against.
He turned us down once. No thanks
Quote from: Hugh Janus on December 27, 2025, 08:39:26 PMHad it confirmed today we are talking to Raheeem. Will Hughes is keen if it means more game time. Those two in would be great. Ricardo Pepi is looking less likely until the summer but we have been told Troy Parrott is available now.
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I really hope that isn't true
Quote from: St Eve on December 27, 2025, 08:43:13 PMQuote from: Hugh Janus on December 27, 2025, 08:39:26 PMHad it confirmed today we are talking to Raheeem. Will Hughes is keen if it means more game time. Those two in would be great. Ricardo Pepi is looking less likely until the summer but we have been told Troy Parrott is available now.
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I really hope that isn't true
See, in the past I've been a fan of both players but now? Not really. I don't think Hughes's is an upgrade on our 6 other than squad depth, and he's not the midfielder we actually need. And Sterling, I don't believe it still but we'll see I guess
Quote from: FFC1987 on December 27, 2025, 08:56:24 PMQuote from: St Eve on December 27, 2025, 08:43:13 PMQuote from: Hugh Janus on December 27, 2025, 08:39:26 PMHad it confirmed today we are talking to Raheeem. Will Hughes is keen if it means more game time. Those two in would be great. Ricardo Pepi is looking less likely until the summer but we have been told Troy Parrott is available now.
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I really hope that isn't true
See, in the past I've been a fan of both players but now? Not really. I don't think Hughes's is an upgrade on our 6 other than squad depth, and he's not the midfielder we actually need. And Sterling, I don't believe it still but we'll see I guess
I would tend to agree about Raheeem but I'm getting Willian vibes. There's a player in there. 80 odd caps for England. It's his motivation that would worry me. But I'd love him in.
Quote from: C Block on December 27, 2025, 09:41:42 AMFor those of you that think we're signing Raheem Sterling, Silva made it abundantly clear in his interview with Jack Kelly that we WON'T be making any short term signings in January as he wants to build for the future,
In my mind that completely rules out Sterling and makes the signing of somebody like George (Chelsea) far more likely,
For those of you that haven't seen the interview notes on X , Silva was as bullish as he's ever been going into a window ,
Fingers crossed he gets what he wants.
Feel like Marco is always bullish and it doesn't always equate to the reality of the window. I don't see the board committing any more money until Marco commits.
Quote from: jayffc on December 27, 2025, 10:48:42 AMObviously if more information has come to light since that suggests as such then that shifts the probabilities
Evidently people were going off of the latest reports at the time and there was little reason to doubt them given our clear interest months ago and the links to west ham for Adama.
The original suggestion was we wouldnt pay a certain amount of wages but this is a different topic and matter of approach all together.
Happy to hear Silva talking about building for the future though, hopefully something he himself is still invested in being a part of
Reports from Ornstein saying Silva has a lucrative contract offer on the table making him one of the top 6 highest paid managers in the league - I reckon this is him saying "back me in the transfer market if you want me to sign". I'm ok with that. I reckon how January goes will entirely decide whether he signs or not. He's ambitious, as should we be if we want him to stay.
Will Hughes just doesn't seem like the answer to me. He's not really creative, he's older which goes against what Marco said about signings being for the long term and I'd hardly say he's any kind of upgrade over Lukic. Sure, he's better than Reed but the bar should be higher.
Also, it would be surprising if Palace is will to let him go. He's not first choice but they are a very thin squad and are playing in Europe.
Quote from: Count Flapula on December 27, 2025, 09:17:48 PMQuote from: jayffc on December 27, 2025, 10:48:42 AMObviously if more information has come to light since that suggests as such then that shifts the probabilities
Evidently people were going off of the latest reports at the time and there was little reason to doubt them given our clear interest months ago and the links to west ham for Adama.
The original suggestion was we wouldnt pay a certain amount of wages but this is a different topic and matter of approach all together.
Happy to hear Silva talking about building for the future though, hopefully something he himself is still invested in being a part of
Reports from Ornstein saying Silva has a lucrative contract offer on the table making him one of the top 6 highest paid managers in the league - I reckon this is him saying "back me in the transfer market if you want me to sign". I'm ok with that. I reckon how January goes will entirely decide whether he signs or not. He's ambitious, as should we be if we want him to stay.
I would rather Marco sign first. Especially since it's the club who would potentially be spending millions of pounds on players the next manager may not want.
https://x.com/FulhamTransfer/status/2005213819900223981
Will Hughes?
Are we also in for Jason Koumas?
Quote from: Hugh Janus on December 27, 2025, 08:58:18 PMQuote from: FFC1987 on December 27, 2025, 08:56:24 PMQuote from: St Eve on December 27, 2025, 08:43:13 PMQuote from: Hugh Janus on December 27, 2025, 08:39:26 PMHad it confirmed today we are talking to Raheeem. Will Hughes is keen if it means more game time. Those two in would be great. Ricardo Pepi is looking less likely until the summer but we have been told Troy Parrott is available now.
You Whites
I really hope that isn't true
See, in the past I've been a fan of both players but now? Not really. I don't think Hughes's is an upgrade on our 6 other than squad depth, and he's not the midfielder we actually need. And Sterling, I don't believe it still but we'll see I guess
I would tend to agree about Raheeem but I'm getting Willian vibes. There's a player in there. 80 odd caps for England. It's his motivation that would worry me. But I'd love him in.
I reckon motivation wouldn't be a problem. Feels like he's got something to prove.
The Oscar Bobb might be a silly season rumour, but it might be an interesting link.
It brings into focus the Harry Wilson contract that expires in June.
Question why hasn't it been sorted ? Has Harry had a solid offer from another team ?
Is he waiting to see if Marco will sign his contract ?
Adama Traore seems to be on the way out, leaving spaces to fill on the Right Wing?
It will be interesting to see how the club handle the Chukwueze loan to permanent signing with AC Milan
Oscar Bobb is going to be in big demand by a lot of clubs, it looks like Antoine Semenyo may be City bound which will again restrict Bobb in Citys team. We could offer him more play time, but if teams like Dortmund are in for him they can offer Champions League. Bobb is left footed and Harry a leftie but could be more of a Adama replacement?
https://x.com/FulhamTransfer/status/2005311030080270516?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Etweet
I've only seen bits of Pepi on YouTube but I've not seen anything to make me think he's anything but a gamble for this level. Anyone seen proper minutes with a better sense of his potential?
Will Hughes is a real good footballer.Will be interesting to know where he would fit into our Midfield.
Quote from: Angus Telford on December 28, 2025, 10:19:12 AMWill Hughes?
Are we also in for Jason Koumas?
We are, but there is a slight concern with age and maybe he has peaked
Quote from: bencher on December 28, 2025, 05:02:34 PMI've only seen bits of Pepi on YouTube but I've not seen anything to make me think he's anything but a gamble for this level. Anyone seen proper minutes with a better sense of his potential?
Agree it's a pretty big gamble especially at that price. Would be a whole lot more comfortable if it was around £25m instead of £40m
Quote from: St Eve on December 28, 2025, 05:57:23 PMQuote from: Angus Telford on December 28, 2025, 10:19:12 AMWill Hughes?
Are we also in for Jason Koumas?
We are, but there is a slight concern with age and maybe he has peaked
His son now plays for Birmingham. If he becomes good, the Koumas link could become multigenerational!
Quote from: AJW48361 on December 28, 2025, 05:21:33 PMWill Hughes is a real good footballer.Will be interesting to know where he would fit into our Midfield.
He is really good at breaking up play but doesn't score ( ballooned one over today ) and isn't that creative with very few assists. If we didn't have Lukic and Berge he would be fine but we don't want another in the same mould. We need a box to box who is a threat in the opposition penalty area. He is a good player but it doesn't work for me in terms of anything going forward.
Quote from: HV71 on December 28, 2025, 10:18:28 PMQuote from: AJW48361 on December 28, 2025, 05:21:33 PMWill Hughes is a real good footballer.Will be interesting to know where he would fit into our Midfield.
He is really good at breaking up play but doesn't score ( ballooned one over today ) and isn't that creative with very few assists. If we didn't have Lukic and Berge he would be fine but we don't want another in the same mould. We need a box to box who is a threat in the opposition penalty area. He is a good player but it doesn't work for me in terms of anything going forward.
The purpose would be that we're short in midfield, and he's another who could do a Berge/Lukic/Reed/Cairney type job. It'd be a good last contract for him, wouldn't uproot family etc. Makes a lot of sense if Palace want to do the deal. For me, it'd be perfectly fine if it happened.
I think Will Hughes is a decent enough player, and would be a good enough signing (probably starts over Lukic IMO), but I don't love the idea of signing someone on a permanent who turns 31 in a few months. That'd seem like bad business to me.
I'd rather we look for someone younger (eg from the Championship) to come in and challenge Berge/Lukic, rather than bring in a 30+ player who's only going downhill.
There's a good chance that Andre from Wolves will be available at the end of the season, or Fernandes or Magassa from West Ham, and they're all younger and better than Hughes IMO.
I've been watching Andre at wolves over the past few games, have to say I think we dodged a bullet there.
Seems to offer very little for them, often in no man's land, not a very good tackler and teammates don't seem to want to use him.
Could be that the team are poor and therefore he's not interested. Even so, I wouldn't go anywhere near him now.
The Will Hughes one is interesting. He's part of a midfield that regularly slices teams open, something we don't do and he's sat in Glasner's team briefings explaining how to get the better of Marco Silva's team, which Glasner has got down pat. He could make quite a difference if the team listen to him. Good passer of a football and the last time he played at the Cottage he brought the type of energy I remember Karagounis bringing to our team about ten years ago. Bustle.
Feels like he's been around for ever, having burst into the Derby team at a very age. He's actually just 30.
If as a club we want to get to a position where we play more games a season than we currently do, then players like Will Hughes are surely part of making that a viable reality. Crystal Palace have played 30 competitive games this season already.
No links to Hughes yet in the media. Would be surprised as Palace are looking leggy and surely can't be thinning out their squad.
Quote from: South Coast White on December 29, 2025, 09:36:43 AMI've been watching Andre at wolves over the past few games, have to say I think we dodged a bullet there.
Seems to offer very little for them, often in no man's land, not a very good tackler and teammates don't seem to want to use him.
Could be that the team are poor and therefore he's not interested. Even so, I wouldn't go anywhere near him now.
He's a good player. No one is looking good in that Wolves side at the minute but he would be a good pickup - although I think we need an 8 more than a DM... Don't think he would come to be backup to Berge either
Quote from: bencher on December 28, 2025, 05:02:34 PMI've only seen bits of Pepi on YouTube but I've not seen anything to make me think he's anything but a gamble for this level. Anyone seen proper minutes with a better sense of his potential?
If we buy Pepi is there any chance we can get Shirly
Quote from: sunburywhite on December 29, 2025, 11:57:48 AMQuote from: bencher on December 28, 2025, 05:02:34 PMI've only seen bits of Pepi on YouTube but I've not seen anything to make me think he's anything but a gamble for this level. Anyone seen proper minutes with a better sense of his potential?
If we buy Pepi is there any chance we can get Shirly
Do you prefer Pepi or Coca Cola?
https://x.com/FulhamTransfer/status/2005366732039627131?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Etweet
Quote from: Angus Telford on December 28, 2025, 10:19:12 AMWill Hughes?
Are we also in for Jason Koumas?
No! But we may be looking at Freddy Adu.
Quote from: South Coast White on December 29, 2025, 09:36:43 AMI've been watching Andre at wolves over the past few games, have to say I think we dodged a bullet there.
Seems to offer very little for them, often in no man's land, not a very good tackler and teammates don't seem to want to use him.
Could be that the team are poor and therefore he's not interested. Even so, I wouldn't go anywhere near him now.
Often wonder how fan/s opinions differ on player/s as I've followed him closely this season and personally think he is there standout player along with the other little midfielder Gomes. Just think majority of Wolves team nowhere near on the same wavelength as those two. Just my thoughts but I do think there is a good footballer in him and open to further improvement albeit in the right team.
Quote from: FFC007 on December 29, 2025, 12:47:00 PMhttps://x.com/FulhamTransfer/status/2005366732039627131?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Etweet
This would make no sense. His best position, by far, is the number 10 position. We already have two players whose best position is also number 10,ESR and King. Why on earth would we do that? To me it seems like they are rehashing old rumours because we were linked with him in the past.
Struggle to believe Palace would sell Hughes now given the ongoing contract situation with Glasner and their fixture congestion/AFCON/injury crisis.
Quote from: bencher on December 28, 2025, 05:02:34 PMI've only seen bits of Pepi on YouTube but I've not seen anything to make me think he's anything but a gamble for this level. Anyone seen proper minutes with a better sense of his potential?
He is a natural goal scorer, but I worry about his health and physicality for the Premier League.
He would be a good pick up but anything north of 30 million is a risk not worth taking. I suspect the price is so high because it is the winter. Think the club would be better served to circle back on him in the summer.
We appear to be linked to just about everybody.... I'd better get warmed up
Quote from: H4usuallysitting on December 29, 2025, 02:23:57 PMWe appear to be linked to just about everybody.... I'd better get warmed up
Is Willian available? :claping20hands:
Quote from: H4usuallysitting on December 29, 2025, 02:23:57 PMWe appear to be linked to just about everybody.... I'd better get warmed up
Woolley socks (if Woolley has finished with them)
Long John's
And of course a thermal vest
That should do it.
Quote from: H4usuallysitting on December 29, 2025, 02:23:57 PMWe appear to be linked to just about everybody.... I'd better get warmed up
Blimey in that case I had better get the dubbin (remember that) on my boots in case of a late call up
Quote from: SG on December 29, 2025, 03:21:49 PMQuote from: H4usuallysitting on December 29, 2025, 02:23:57 PMWe appear to be linked to just about everybody.... I'd better get warmed up
Blimey in that case I had better get the dubbin (remember that) on my boots in case of a late call up
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Remember dubbin well with the big old leather boots and muddy footballs that felt like heading granite. Unfortunately these days we're probably only fit enough to stand in as corner flags.
Quote from: bencher on December 28, 2025, 05:02:34 PMI've only seen bits of Pepi on YouTube but I've not seen anything to make me think he's anything but a gamble for this level. Anyone seen proper minutes with a better sense of his potential?
Any signing FFC will ever make is a gamble in my opinion
Quote from: ffcthereligion on December 29, 2025, 03:37:28 PMQuote from: bencher on December 28, 2025, 05:02:34 PMI've only seen bits of Pepi on YouTube but I've not seen anything to make me think he's anything but a gamble for this level. Anyone seen proper minutes with a better sense of his potential?
Any signing FFC will ever make is a gamble in my opinion
On that level it's true for every transfer anywhere. Liverpool signing Isak looked to destined to be an obvious success but several months in he's flattered to deceive and is now injured.
The point is, has Pepi shown he is too good for the Eredivise, because unless he has, I will be circumspect about his chances of succeeding in the PL.
Quote from: JimmyConway on December 29, 2025, 01:19:05 PMQuote from: South Coast White on December 29, 2025, 09:36:43 AMI've been watching Andre at wolves over the past few games, have to say I think we dodged a bullet there.
Seems to offer very little for them, often in no man's land, not a very good tackler and teammates don't seem to want to use him.
Could be that the team are poor and therefore he's not interested. Even so, I wouldn't go anywhere near him now.
Often wonder how fan/s opinions differ on player/s as I've followed him closely this season and personally think he is there standout player along with the other little midfielder Gomes. Just think majority of Wolves team nowhere near on the same wavelength as those two. Just my thoughts but I do think there is a good footballer in him and open to further improvement albeit in the right team.
See I'm one of those guys who's against you here. Particularly recently, I think he's looked well short of the player we thought we'd be signing instead of Berge and I'm far happier with both Lukic or Berge in the 6 than Andre. I do like Gomez but again, I don't think he's a significantly better starter in the 8 than Iwobi or even Berge/Lukic, so I'm not really sure why we'd think they'd come as backup to what we have.
Games about opinions I guess.
I still think Strand Larsen from Wolves is worth a punt.
Strand Larsen some punt at 50 million.
Quote from: AJW48361 on December 30, 2025, 01:45:12 AMStrand Larsen some punt at 50 million.
You think that much? OK forget it. West Ham must be dreaming as well
£35m fee agreed with Spurs for Brennan Johnson to Palace.
Quote from: FFC007 on December 30, 2025, 11:54:24 AM£35m fee agreed with Spurs for Brennan Johnson to Palace.
World gone mad, £35m for a Spurs reserve.
He is better than Kevin
Quote from: FFC007 on December 30, 2025, 11:54:24 AM£35m fee agreed with Spurs for Brennan Johnson to Palace.
He'd suit their system very well IMO. Quick and built to play on the break. Proven he can score at PL level so £35m about the going rate these days.
Quote from: Count Flapula on December 30, 2025, 12:31:25 PMQuote from: FFC007 on December 30, 2025, 11:54:24 AM£35m fee agreed with Spurs for Brennan Johnson to Palace.
He'd suit their system very well IMO. Quick and built to play on the break. Proven he can score at PL level so £35m about the going rate these days.
Also scored the worst ever goal in the worst ever European final!
Good pickup that. Would have been interested although a big spend at 35m so would probably look elsewhere at that price. nigh on 20m loss for spurs too ,ouch.
Not too disappointed to miss out on Brennan Johnson. Could turn out to be a good player, but very expensive for someone who's so far been very inconsistent.
I'd rather Tyrique George for less than half that money.
Quote from: jayffc on December 30, 2025, 02:03:47 PMGood pickup that. Would have been interested although a big spend at 35m so would probably look elsewhere at that price. nigh on 20m loss for spurs too ,ouch.
Agree that 35 m feels too rich despite liking him as a player. If the club has 35 m to spend on the wings at this point, would prefer they resign Harry and make Chuk a permanent instead. Much better value for money.
Spurs have a habit of ruining good players. He will do well at Palace
Quote from: sarnian on December 30, 2025, 12:04:09 PMQuote from: FFC007 on December 30, 2025, 11:54:24 AM£35m fee agreed with Spurs for Brennan Johnson to Palace.
World gone mad, £35m for a Spurs reserve.
Given Spurs will generate very little headroom on this sale, his wages must be pretty astronomical.
I'd love him, but not at anything close to that price.
Quote from: sarnian on December 30, 2025, 12:04:09 PMQuote from: FFC007 on December 30, 2025, 11:54:24 AM£35m fee agreed with Spurs for Brennan Johnson to Palace.
World gone mad, £35m for a Spurs reserve.
Wasn't he their top scorer last season?
https://twitter.com/tombogert/status/2006061465917096152
https://twitter.com/fulhamtransfer/status/2006061520057180507
Quote from: Deeping_white on December 30, 2025, 05:58:34 PMhttps://twitter.com/tombogert/status/2006061465917096152
Could be b.s figures but we were rumoured to have bid 26 in the summer and had that rejected.
PSV struggling up top with injuries but tbh that's a really bloody reasonable price for a player who's had an ACL injury.
A big roll of the dice for a club like us at that price, as he's scoring really well again there but he's not quite hit full peak potential yet. Still young though and plenty development ahead, I quite like his all around game but suspect PSV are gonna really milk this one for all it's worth given it's January and their striker injury list.
Looks like it might well take an a potential overpay up to 35m to tie it up early, but hopefully 30 with addons rather than that upfront. Big risk for a Dutch league player and could rank up there with one of the top 20 most expensive signings from eredivise.
Other players from that league sold in that range:
Memphis Depay - Utd
Mats wieffer - Brighton
Arkadiusz Milik - Napoli
Santiago Giminez - AC Milan
Sebastian Haller - Dortmund
Donyell Marlen - Dortmund
Bergwin - Spurs
Yesterday PSV turned it into a public auction by announcing Fulham's interest and bid and alerting the whole of Europe to his availability, the problem with auctions is that they run a long time and we need players in now, will be interesting to see if we move on and leave them to it.
Quote from: JimmyConway on December 29, 2025, 01:19:05 PMQuote from: South Coast White on December 29, 2025, 09:36:43 AMI've been watching Andre at wolves over the past few games, have to say I think we dodged a bullet there.
Seems to offer very little for them, often in no man's land, not a very good tackler and teammates don't seem to want to use him.
Could be that the team are poor and therefore he's not interested. Even so, I wouldn't go anywhere near him now.
Often wonder how fan/s opinions differ on player/s as I've followed him closely this season and personally think he is there standout player along with the other little midfielder Gomes. Just think majority of Wolves team nowhere near on the same wavelength as those two. Just my thoughts but I do think there is a good footballer in him and open to further improvement albeit in the right team.
Agree, both good players and Gomes is imo an upgrade on Lukic (Andre / Berge different strengths but Berge been in great form recently)
Quote from: St Eve on December 29, 2025, 06:30:19 PMI still think Strand Larsen from Wolves is worth a punt.
Not worth the figures being talked about imo
Pepi looks like another sick note waiting to happen. Shame we never really went for Hojkund, banged in another couple for Napoli
Quote from: Deeping_white on December 30, 2025, 05:58:54 PMhttps://twitter.com/fulhamtransfer/status/2006061520057180507
Initial 6 months deal !!! does that mean a loan deal instead of a transfer fee ?
If Marco is not going to sign I can see us having to go after loan players too.
Quote from: EN1 FFC on December 31, 2025, 09:29:00 AMQuote from: Deeping_white on December 30, 2025, 05:58:54 PMhttps://twitter.com/fulhamtransfer/status/2006061520057180507
Initial 6 months deal !!! does that mean a loan deal instead of a transfer fee ?
If Marco is not going to sign I can see us having to go after loan players too.
Don't think so. Just a deal til the end of summer, probably due to strong risk of relegation and all that that entails.
Yes we need players but we can't afford to bring in dross like the Mitroglu shambles.
Markovic and Kongolo also spring to mind.
Adama is on £70k a week so him off the books would be good.
One player I think who could replace Cairney in the summer is Angelo Stiller from Stuggart.
A 24 y old left footed deep playmaker, has got rave reviews and West Ham, plus Madrid were sniffing around in November.
Rumours that Harvey Elliot is attracting interest from Palace and Fulham.
Quote from: FFC007 on December 31, 2025, 10:21:05 AMRumours that Harvey Elliot is attracting interest from Palace and Fulham.
There's a rule that you can't play for three PL clubs in a season as I understand, so not sure how this would work or if people can apply for an exemption.
Johnson is a funny one Frank when he was manager at Bus Stop agreed to sign Johnson at Forest but Spurs nipped in and stole him from under their nose's.Caught a chant from a West Ham fan leaving the ground on Saturday.Your just a Bus Stop in Brentford. That bloody hurt. Settle for a Bus Stop in Chelsea.
https://twitter.com/FulhamTransfer/status/2006350698079002624
Not on social media, so can't really check, but a couple of West Ham friends mentioned that there are rumours that they might be interested in Raul as well.
Very odd that we would consider something like that with Muniz out until mid-February.
Quote from: Asotosyios on December 31, 2025, 03:31:26 PMNot on social media, so can't really check, but a couple of West Ham friends mentioned that there are rumours that they might be interested in Raul as well.
Very odd that we would consider something like that with Muniz out until mid-February.
This one seems unlikely but I suppose if they put in a decent bid of more than say £7m we would have to consider it.
I wouldn't be against it, if we brought in another forward. It would still leave us with only one forward though till Muniz gets back, if Silva is not going to give more time to JKA.
Quote from: bencher on December 31, 2025, 03:44:32 PMQuote from: Asotosyios on December 31, 2025, 03:31:26 PMNot on social media, so can't really check, but a couple of West Ham friends mentioned that there are rumours that they might be interested in Raul as well.
Very odd that we would consider something like that with Muniz out until mid-February.
This one seems unlikely but I suppose if they put in a decent bid of more than say £7m we would have to consider it.
No chance. We'd be mental to sell him unless we signed 2 guaranteed goalscorers, which won't happen.
Quote from: Asotosyios on December 31, 2025, 03:31:26 PMNot on social media, so can't really check, but a couple of West Ham friends mentioned that there are rumours that they might be interested in Raul as well.
Very odd that we would consider something like that with Muniz out until mid-February.
Do your West Ham friends have brain cells or just live in a parallel universe. Not a prayer that Raul would go.
Quote from: IloveFFC on December 31, 2025, 02:14:05 PMhttps://twitter.com/FulhamTransfer/status/2006350698079002624
I'd be up for this if they literally paid us to take him on for a bit but this is again, so uninspiring if this is the level of our recruitment now. Silva talking about long term strategies and this guy walks in the door.
Quote from: FFC1987 on December 31, 2025, 04:58:20 PMQuote from: IloveFFC on December 31, 2025, 02:14:05 PMhttps://twitter.com/FulhamTransfer/status/2006350698079002624
I'd be up for this if they literally paid us to take him on for a bit but this is again, so uninspiring if this is the level of our recruitment now. Silva talking about long term strategies and this guy walks in the door.
Still think this is Marco who is pushing for this. He just fits the profile of player Marco wants. He loves his rehabilitation projects.
Quote from: FFC1987 on December 31, 2025, 04:58:20 PMQuote from: IloveFFC on December 31, 2025, 02:14:05 PMhttps://twitter.com/FulhamTransfer/status/2006350698079002624
I'd be up for this if they literally paid us to take him on for a bit but this is again, so uninspiring if this is the level of our recruitment now. Silva talking about long term strategies and this guy walks in the door.
To be honest I said exactly the same when we brought in a 34 year old, out to grass Willian. Sterling is 31 and his best days are behind him but if Marco could get him firing, he'd be a great asset
I guess I'm not terribly worked up about the Sterling rumors because if true I imagine he's being brought in as a replacement for Adama (i.e., one (almost) 30 year old winger who was going to be leaving this summer for another 31 year old who'll leave this summer). Plus I'd suspect we'll come out ahead financially on the deal considering we'd be getting a (certainly modest) fee for Adama from WHU.
Edited to add this.
https://x.com/FulhamTransfer/status/2006415933447782712?s=20
I would love to see a rejuvanated Sterling at Fulham. We all know it is in there, it is just whether or not he wants to get back to, or close to those heights again.
Sterling is OK but ut doesn't show much ambition, its more of the old make do type of signing
I'm sceptical til I see a reliable journalist publish something regarding Sterling. I don't see it as an issue as we've brought in Chuk and Kevin, who could probably learn a lot from Sterling. Let's wait and see.
Quote from: Chi_FFC on December 31, 2025, 05:30:33 PMI guess I'm not terribly worked up about the Sterling rumors because if true I imagine he's being brought in as a replacement for Adama (i.e., one (almost) 30 year old winger who was going to be leaving this summer for another 31 year old who'll leave this summer). Plus I'd suspect we'll come out ahead financially on the deal considering we'd be getting a (certainly modest) fee for Adama from WHU.
Edited to add this.
https://x.com/FulhamTransfer/status/2006415933447782712?s=20
I understand why it's not more, but if it is 2 to 3 million, West Ham is getting a hell of a deal.
Quote from: ArcticOctopus on December 31, 2025, 06:16:38 PMQuote from: Chi_FFC on December 31, 2025, 05:30:33 PMI guess I'm not terribly worked up about the Sterling rumors because if true I imagine he's being brought in as a replacement for Adama (i.e., one (almost) 30 year old winger who was going to be leaving this summer for another 31 year old who'll leave this summer). Plus I'd suspect we'll come out ahead financially on the deal considering we'd be getting a (certainly modest) fee for Adama from WHU.
Edited to add this.
https://x.com/FulhamTransfer/status/2006415933447782712?s=20
I understand why it's not more, but if it is 2 to 3 million, West Ham is getting a hell of a deal.
I dunno I feel we're not getting off too bad from this. The guy is out of contract in 6 months and can leave for free. If we're honest he's no more than a squad player for us and we got him for free when he was out of contract.
2.5-3 mil is decent imo
Quote from: Rambler on December 31, 2025, 06:20:27 PMQuote from: ArcticOctopus on December 31, 2025, 06:16:38 PMQuote from: Chi_FFC on December 31, 2025, 05:30:33 PMI guess I'm not terribly worked up about the Sterling rumors because if true I imagine he's being brought in as a replacement for Adama (i.e., one (almost) 30 year old winger who was going to be leaving this summer for another 31 year old who'll leave this summer). Plus I'd suspect we'll come out ahead financially on the deal considering we'd be getting a (certainly modest) fee for Adama from WHU.
Edited to add this.
https://x.com/FulhamTransfer/status/2006415933447782712?s=20
I understand why it's not more, but if it is 2 to 3 million, West Ham is getting a hell of a deal.
I dunno I feel we're not getting off too bad from this. The guy is out of contract in 6 months and can leave for free. If we're honest he's no more than a squad player for us and we got him for free when he was out of contract.
2.5-3 mil is decent imo
Yeah, more than decent.
I really, really hope Sterling is lazy awful journalism. We've talked about why Willian and Sterling were different and lazy comparisons. If we were signing Sterling for a 2-3 year project....id maybe be slightly more positive about it. But getting him short term, when it's going to take a large portion of his season with us, paying any sort of wages getting him match fit just feels so wasteful. Short term should be for players making immediate impacts. Not for players who haven't played regular competitive football in a few seasons now.
https://x.com/JacobsBen/status/2006068496887873950?s=20
Quote from: ArcticOctopus on December 31, 2025, 06:16:38 PMQuote from: Chi_FFC on December 31, 2025, 05:30:33 PMI guess I'm not terribly worked up about the Sterling rumors because if true I imagine he's being brought in as a replacement for Adama (i.e., one (almost) 30 year old winger who was going to be leaving this summer for another 31 year old who'll leave this summer). Plus I'd suspect we'll come out ahead financially on the deal considering we'd be getting a (certainly modest) fee for Adama from WHU.
Edited to add this.
https://x.com/FulhamTransfer/status/2006415933447782712?s=20
I understand why it's not more, but if it is 2 to 3 million, West Ham is getting a hell of a deal.
You think? I'd pay them that to take him off our hands. He's offered nothing for months. He knew he was off in January
Quote from: KentFulham on December 31, 2025, 05:48:17 PMSterling is OK but ut doesn't show much ambition, its more of the old make do type of signing
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Quote from: KentFulham on December 31, 2025, 05:48:17 PMSterling is OK but ut doesn't show much ambition, its more of the old make do type of signing
We already made an exciting wing singing as our starting RW in chukwueze + we have Wilson + we spent around 30m on the young kevin. This is purely to replace a departing Traore. In this context I don't find it boring or a bad reflection on our ambition.
He's had a bad patch but Sterling was once a star in this league akin to Murphy/duff/William/berba before him. If you pair that experience with our younger attackers I find the possibility of him rekindling that form plenty exciting personally.
He's a former regular England international with an incredibly impressive scoring record in this league. We need some one who doesn't mind battling it out for an opportunity at this stage of their career and IF it doesn't work out, you simply move him on in the summer and make another move then with the knowledge that Wilson is staying or leaving by that point.
Makes plenty sense to me
'Battling' isn't something I'd say Sterling has ever really had to do in his career. We could go and get Dele Ali as well if we're desperate I suppose. He's got a cracking record in this league and an England star.
Surprised anyone's really excited about this but to each their own.
When a very good player has a downturn they receive such hyperbolic criticism it totally obscures their standing in the game and achievements. It's a weird Malena phenomenon. I think it's good to have a mix of signing profiles. Kevin for the future, Chuk for the here and now, and Sterling could work as a short term experienced option that won't need a transfer fee. Sounds pragmatic to me.
We've had successes with Raul and Willian who were written off, and they've been huge successes.
I really struggle to see why some are quite so negative. I think expensive signings from other leagues automatically have more glow around them, but look at the impact Ndoye, Kalimuendo and Bakwa have had at Forest for example (so far) for a good 100m or so.
https://x.com/FabrizioRomano/status/2006425762052845602?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Etweet
Had a decent patch with us then went off the menu completely.
Quote from: FFC007 on December 31, 2025, 09:21:31 PMhttps://x.com/FabrizioRomano/status/2006425762052845602?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Etweet
Had a decent patch with us then went off the menu completely.
Yep weird, he's being passed around between clubs. Was loved at Leeds, but had a funny time of it.
I don't miss him, after that purple patch he seemed overly individualistic.
Quote from: hopper on December 31, 2025, 09:20:44 PMWhen a very good player has a downturn they receive such hyperbolic criticism it totally obscures their standing in the game and achievements. It's a weird Malena phenomenon. I think it's good to have a mix of signing profiles. Kevin for the future, Chuk for the here and now, and Sterling could work as a short term experienced option that won't need a transfer fee. Sounds pragmatic to me.
We've had successes with Raul and Willian who were written off, and they've been huge successes.
I really struggle to see why some are quite so negative. I think expensive signings from other leagues automatically have more glow around them, but look at the impact Ndoye, Kalimuendo and Bakwa have had at Forest for example (so far) for a good 100m or so.
Difference, imo, is Sterling had speed and diving - that's about it!
Quote from: BestOfBrede on December 31, 2025, 09:46:46 PMQuote from: hopper on December 31, 2025, 09:20:44 PMWhen a very good player has a downturn they receive such hyperbolic criticism it totally obscures their standing in the game and achievements. It's a weird Malena phenomenon. I think it's good to have a mix of signing profiles. Kevin for the future, Chuk for the here and now, and Sterling could work as a short term experienced option that won't need a transfer fee. Sounds pragmatic to me.
We've had successes with Raul and Willian who were written off, and they've been huge successes.
I really struggle to see why some are quite so negative. I think expensive signings from other leagues automatically have more glow around them, but look at the impact Ndoye, Kalimuendo and Bakwa have had at Forest for example (so far) for a good 100m or so.
Difference, imo, is Sterling had speed and diving - that's about it!
Did well to score 123 PL goals considering he only had speed and diving though at least.
Quote from: HillingdonFFC on December 31, 2025, 07:09:33 PMQuote from: ArcticOctopus on December 31, 2025, 06:16:38 PMQuote from: Chi_FFC on December 31, 2025, 05:30:33 PMI guess I'm not terribly worked up about the Sterling rumors because if true I imagine he's being brought in as a replacement for Adama (i.e., one (almost) 30 year old winger who was going to be leaving this summer for another 31 year old who'll leave this summer). Plus I'd suspect we'll come out ahead financially on the deal considering we'd be getting a (certainly modest) fee for Adama from WHU.
Edited to add this.
https://x.com/FulhamTransfer/status/2006415933447782712?s=20
I understand why it's not more, but if it is 2 to 3 million, West Ham is getting a hell of a deal.
You think? I'd pay them that to take him off our hands. He's offered nothing for months. He knew he was off in January
More in the fact that he's a lot better player than 2 million gives him credit for. Yeah, contract remaining dictates a lot of what the transfer fee will be so that's why I'm not too surprised. But he could do really well at West Ham. I'm not convinced his lack of form this year isn't just from lack of playing time. He was averaging almost .5 g+a per 90 last year.
Quote from: hopper on December 31, 2025, 09:51:17 PMQuote from: BestOfBrede on December 31, 2025, 09:46:46 PMQuote from: hopper on December 31, 2025, 09:20:44 PMWhen a very good player has a downturn they receive such hyperbolic criticism it totally obscures their standing in the game and achievements. It's a weird Malena phenomenon. I think it's good to have a mix of signing profiles. Kevin for the future, Chuk for the here and now, and Sterling could work as a short term experienced option that won't need a transfer fee. Sounds pragmatic to me.
We've had successes with Raul and Willian who were written off, and they've been huge successes.
I really struggle to see why some are quite so negative. I think expensive signings from other leagues automatically have more glow around them, but look at the impact Ndoye, Kalimuendo and Bakwa have had at Forest for example (so far) for a good 100m or so.
Difference, imo, is Sterling had speed and diving - that's about it!
Did well to score 123 PL goals considering he only had speed and diving though at least.
Still a diver and I don't believe anyone can honestly say he wasn't?
Anyway, just my opinion and I personally would hate to see him in the White of the greatest team on earth!
Ok I'm a little drunk but to me it's true!
Happy new year!
:bonneannexl:
Quote from: BestOfBrede on December 31, 2025, 10:01:50 PMQuote from: hopper on December 31, 2025, 09:51:17 PMQuote from: BestOfBrede on December 31, 2025, 09:46:46 PMQuote from: hopper on December 31, 2025, 09:20:44 PMWhen a very good player has a downturn they receive such hyperbolic criticism it totally obscures their standing in the game and achievements. It's a weird Malena phenomenon. I think it's good to have a mix of signing profiles. Kevin for the future, Chuk for the here and now, and Sterling could work as a short term experienced option that won't need a transfer fee. Sounds pragmatic to me.
We've had successes with Raul and Willian who were written off, and they've been huge successes.
I really struggle to see why some are quite so negative. I think expensive signings from other leagues automatically have more glow around them, but look at the impact Ndoye, Kalimuendo and Bakwa have had at Forest for example (so far) for a good 100m or so.
Difference, imo, is Sterling had speed and diving - that's about it!
Did well to score 123 PL goals considering he only had speed and diving though at least.
Still a diver and I don't believe anyone can honestly say he wasn't?
Anyway, just my opinion and I personally would hate to see him in the White of the greatest team on earth!
Ok I'm a little drunk but to me it's true!
Happy new year!
:bonneannexl:
Well that's a different discussion. If it's has he dived in his career, then the answer is yes. But then so has Harry Wilson and pretty much every attacking player.
Happy new year!
Mitro could dive with the best of them on his day
Diver accusations aside, I think there's been plenty of decent reasons for scepticism. The main counter is, well he was good once maybe we can rekindle that, then fine. Maybe. We'll see I guess. Willian was an expensive short term option last time. Just feels like another one incoming.
We love Wilson but he is definately proned to a dive or two
I think Nketiah got injured and might be out for up to 6 weeks - don't think we should go for him anyway.
Larsen did well last year, but he's not been that good this year. Wolves rejected a 55m offer from Newcastle in the summer and it is rumoured they asked for at least 40m from West Ham the last couple of days.
Quote from: Asotosyios on December 31, 2025, 10:55:08 PMI think Nketiah got injured and might be out for up to 6 weeks - don't think we should go for him anyway.
Larsen did well last year, but he's not been that good this year. Wolves rejected a 55m offer from Newcastle in the summer and it is rumoured they asked for at least 40m from West Ham the last couple of days.
I thought I was replying to a post of someone that suggested Nketiah and Larsen, but it looks like it has disappeared...or I had too much wine!
Hmmmm a few of us are well into our cups I think?
32 minutes until the window opens.
Any signings? 😂
What's the wait?! :bonneannexl: :Khan_you_fix_it:
Quote from: Asotosyios on December 31, 2025, 10:57:44 PMQuote from: Asotosyios on December 31, 2025, 10:55:08 PMI think Nketiah got injured and might be out for up to 6 weeks - don't think we should go for him anyway.
Larsen did well last year, but he's not been that good this year. Wolves rejected a 55m offer from Newcastle in the summer and it is rumoured they asked for at least 40m from West Ham the last couple of days.
I thought I was replying to a post of someone that suggested Nketiah and Larsen, but it looks like it has disappeared...or I had too much wine!
Sorry, you haven't drunk too much wine - I posted and accidentally deleted instead of editing! :slap:
Thanks for your reply. ::thumb::
Quote from: FFC1987 on December 31, 2025, 08:43:20 PM'Battling' isn't something I'd say Sterling has ever really had to do in his career. We could go and get Dele Ali as well if we're desperate I suppose. He's got a cracking record in this league and an England star.
Surprised anyone's really excited about this but to each their own.
Suggesting sterling is comparable to delle Ali but not at all to Willian is pretty disingenuous man. Has far more in common achievements wise with the latter even if different strengths.
Achieved far more in this league than Delle did over many more seasons
Also saying anyone who's had that sort of career winning multiple league and cup titles and competing for a starting spot at top clubs has never had to battle also feels overly harsh. It takes huge effort to become a seasoned regular international. Now it's a different challenge in his career but agree with hopper...the price of adulation on the way up is people become hyper critical when ya fade or have poor times and are quicker to pile on with the "washed", "legs have gone" stuff.
It's very possible it doesn't work out for him, but for 6months instead of Adama? Why not? Worst case our other quality wingers start instead and we just sign a different player in the summer
https://x.com/FulhamTransfer/status/2006445713857913196?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Etweet
Quote from: jayffc on January 01, 2026, 12:49:57 AMQuote from: FFC1987 on December 31, 2025, 08:43:20 PM'Battling' isn't something I'd say Sterling has ever really had to do in his career. We could go and get Dele Ali as well if we're desperate I suppose. He's got a cracking record in this league and an England star.
Surprised anyone's really excited about this but to each their own.
Suggesting sterling is comparable to delle Ali but not at all to Willian is pretty disingenuous man. Has far more in common achievements wise with the latter even if different strengths.
Achieved far more in this league than Delle did over many more seasons
Also saying anyone who's had that sort of career winning multiple league and cup titles and competing for a starting spot at top clubs has never had to battle also feels overly harsh. It takes huge effort to become a seasoned regular international. Now it's a different challenge in his career but agree with hopper...the price of adulation on the way up is people become hyper critical when ya fade or have poor times and are quicker to pile on with the "washed", "legs have gone" stuff.
It's very possible it doesn't work out for him, but for 6months instead of Adama? Why not? Worst case our other quality wingers start instead and we just sign a different player in the summer
Willian and Sterling are completely chalk and cheese though. Play styles, application to attitude, work ethics. The list can go on but there's ample evidence both on the pitch and off it to highlight they aren't similar at all. As for Ali, I was having a bit of fun but it should still highlight players can have really steep downward trajectories and Sterling is showing that. It's certainly a closer link than to Willian particularly with hindsight.
As for battling, Sterling has never been a 'battler' on the pitch was the point. And it's something for a mid table/bottom half of the table prem club like Fulham, we can ill afford. Sterling would be a luxury in that regard. He's not a keen press conference, he doesn't track back, so yeh I stick by the battler comment. He's been in incredible squads and his whole strick is to find pockets of space, work a channel and find a goal which he was excellent at. But his pace has seemingly reduced based on Arsenal performances and he's yet more unfit.
I don't really get the 'if Adama goes, it's alright'. Portion of his time will be getting fit, then up to speed with Silva who notoriously likes to slowly on board new players. Big wages. Losing Adama who, I know we were both vocally supportive of him previously has jumped significantly this year but he's still been ready for the squad at least. If we do any thing for Sterling here, it just feels like it'll be getting him training competitively for whoever signs him next season. He's not even been training competitively since last season with first teamers so unless your expectations of a high wage individual is going to be low, I think some perspective is needed here.
Ethan Nwaneri is apparently available for loan and is attracting interest from Brentford and Bournemouth. He hasn't featured as much for Arsenal this season but he has a lot of ability. He could compete with Wilson to play on the right, or play as a 10 or an 8. I would certainly be interested.
He's form at Arsenal and Chelsea doesn't fill me with optimism.
I can't get my head around the idea that Sterling would be a good signing under any circumstances.
When did Sterling last kick a ball.
Quote from: bill taylors apprentice on January 01, 2026, 10:12:33 AMI can't get my head around the idea that Sterling would be a good signing under any circumstances.
I think if reports are correct and Chelsea are paying a massive chunk of his crazy salary, a loan to season end isn't a bad move.
Quote from: AJW48361 on January 01, 2026, 10:08:54 AMHe's form at Arsenal and Chelsea doesn't fill me with optimism.
His Chelsea output really wasn't that bad, and he was playing in the worst Chelsea side in a generation with total turmoil around him. 81 games, 19 goals, 12 assists. So 31 goals or assists in 81 games. But he was quite terrible at Arsenal last season and that would concern me the most.
Quote from: bencher on January 01, 2026, 10:17:59 AMQuote from: AJW48361 on January 01, 2026, 10:08:54 AMHe's form at Arsenal and Chelsea doesn't fill me with optimism.
His Chelsea output really wasn't that bad, and he was playing in the worst Chelsea side in a generation with total turmoil around him. 81 games, 19 goals, not sure about assists. But he was quite terrible at Arsenal last season and that would concern me the most.
Willian was also terrible at Arsenal to be fair.
I wouldn't mind Sterling if Chelsea basically pay his wages during a loan.
More to the point, we have options at wing now and I'd rather we focus our energy and money on a striker and a Sidwell clone.
I also wouldn't blame Sterling sitting on his contract at Chelsea to train in the gym in the evenings on those sorts of wages. Even if I think the move is a bad idea, he always seemed a likeable guy, has a family to provide for and footballs an uncertain future. Appreciate some might judge him for that but I wouldn't personally.
A move to Fulham has potential to be good for all concerned provided we can achieve other transfer targets, it does not take up a squad slot and little financial outlay.
Just look how Calvert-Lewis is now suddenly staking a claim for England in a World Cup year?
The ability is there, but has it rusted away? A few weeks on the training ground would sort that one out.
He is not the only one, take Harvey Elliott at Villa. Captain of the tournament winning England U21 - now? On paper should be a candidate for the World Cup all things being equal.
Quote from: FFC1987 on January 01, 2026, 09:24:57 AMQuote from: jayffc on January 01, 2026, 12:49:57 AMQuote from: FFC1987 on December 31, 2025, 08:43:20 PM'Battling' isn't something I'd say Sterling has ever really had to do in his career. We could go and get Dele Ali as well if we're desperate I suppose. He's got a cracking record in this league and an England star.
Surprised anyone's really excited about this but to each their own.
Suggesting sterling is comparable to delle Ali but not at all to Willian is pretty disingenuous man. Has far more in common achievements wise with the latter even if different strengths.
Achieved far more in this league than Delle did over many more seasons
Also saying anyone who's had that sort of career winning multiple league and cup titles and competing for a starting spot at top clubs has never had to battle also feels overly harsh. It takes huge effort to become a seasoned regular international. Now it's a different challenge in his career but agree with hopper...the price of adulation on the way up is people become hyper critical when ya fade or have poor times and are quicker to pile on with the "washed", "legs have gone" stuff.
It's very possible it doesn't work out for him, but for 6months instead of Adama? Why not? Worst case our other quality wingers start instead and we just sign a different player in the summer
Willian and Sterling are completely chalk and cheese though. Play styles, application to attitude, work ethics. The list can go on but there's ample evidence both on the pitch and off it to highlight they aren't similar at all. As for Ali, I was having a bit of fun but it should still highlight players can have really steep downward trajectories and Sterling is showing that. It's certainly a closer link than to Willian particularly with hindsight.
As for battling, Sterling has never been a 'battler' on the pitch was the point. And it's something for a mid table/bottom half of the table prem club like Fulham, we can ill afford. Sterling would be a luxury in that regard. He's not a keen press conference, he doesn't track back, so yeh I stick by the battler comment. He's been in incredible squads and his whole strick is to find pockets of space, work a channel and find a goal which he was excellent at. But his pace has seemingly reduced based on Arsenal performances and he's yet more unfit.
I don't really get the 'if Adama goes, it's alright'. Portion of his time will be getting fit, then up to speed with Silva who notoriously likes to slowly on board new players. Big wages. Losing Adama who, I know we were both vocally supportive of him previously has jumped significantly this year but he's still been ready for the squad at least. If we do any thing for Sterling here, it just feels like it'll be getting him training competitively for whoever signs him next season. He's not even been training competitively since last season with first teamers so unless your expectations of a high wage individual is going to be low, I think some perspective is needed here.
Where's the idea sterling has no work ethic coming from? Just don't really agree there, peps side was well known for it's press and plenty comments out there from pep interviews like "he's been incredible with his work ethic" etc.
At Liverpool he was mostly acceleration but at man city he developed his game to make smarter movements/cut ins + much better pressing. Never been a major tackler but he's a winger/second striker... Wilson or adama hardly renowned for their defensive work.
raheem would be here to play off the bench when we need a goal not when we need to shut out a game...we can throw Castagne and diop on and go back 5 if we wanna do that
One doesn't need sterling to literally be Willians skillset incarnite in order to successfully revive a career similarly at Fulham? Plenty other different players have adapted their game later in career.
Replacing Adama currently means being fit enough to play about 15mins initially (if any). I think he can manage that whilst we develop his match fitness. Plus Marco actually plays players relatively quickly that are older & have history in the prem, the longer delays come from players outside the league and youth.
If ya go back and watch the compilations if his 100+ goals for man city post liverpool, pace isnt really the biggest factor in most of them, it's positioning and skill. Hes scored many Willian esque cut in and shoot far post goals too.
On comparable wage to Adama if reports to be believed as we also pocket 2-3m for a player leaving free in summer anyway.
So Replacing our current third string winger that everyone complains can't shoot for one who's bagged an average of 1 G/A every 2 games over his career just seems worth a punt in my opinion. What do we lose at this point given no fee up front? It's not a high risk move with chuk returning in a month or so. Worst case he's on similar wages as an out of form adama and plays about as much? Best case he refinds form and surprises people with a big impact
Also, how the fact he was a regular starter and contributor to one of the best teams in premier history is a negative against him I don't get tbh. He was a big part of that side being as successful as it was. Will he get same amount of oppurtinites at Fulham? Probably not but doesn't mean he can't offer something positive until the summer.
Anyway, ya feel differently but I just don't get how a low risk move like this would be a negative personally. Id be happy with George or Bobb but can easily see why this would make plenty sense given the context as a low risk high reward punt for 6months.
Quote from: FFC007 on January 01, 2026, 09:18:04 AMhttps://x.com/FulhamTransfer/status/2006445713857913196?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Etweet
This would be very interesting. Louza is a real goal threat from CM, and can thread a decent pass too.
Exactly what we need
https://twitter.com/fulhamtransfer/status/2006691969398198699
Quote from: Deeping_white on January 01, 2026, 11:51:26 AMhttps://twitter.com/fulhamtransfer/status/2006691969398198699
Silly season in full affect with the random links to random players well never hear of again 😅
*Sigh*
Ya gotta love it
Quote from: FFC007 on January 01, 2026, 09:18:04 AMhttps://x.com/FulhamTransfer/status/2006445713857913196?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Etweet
Best player in the Championship, imo. The trouble is, he'd be very expensive, probably. Watford are in play-off spots right now and he's by far their most important player.
Quote from: Craven Mad on January 01, 2026, 11:45:56 AMThis would be very interesting. Louza is a real goal threat from CM, and can thread a decent pass too.
Exactly what we need
6 goals and 6 assists and he's played as the deepest midfielder in certain games. In terms of the profile of player we need he's exactly what we need imo. Much better defensively than Iwobi when he plays in the middle too.
His two spells at Chelsea and Arsenal is where that comes from. Plus the backend of his spell at City. So largely what, since 2022? Arteta made comments about his need to work harder, Chelsea comments were made by numerous managers then the club itself. If we were signing the Sterling from those videos of 4+ years ago, I'd be all over this (but we wouldn't be an option for him anyway) but we aren't which is really the point.
Sterlings not a pacer, but he has a quick step of pace which sniffs out the space. He showed none of that and if anything, showed his legs in quite serious decline at Arsenal if you actually watched him much? As I did, and that's why I'm concerned in replacing Adama, a known athlete, with Sterling for similar wages (or likely more), with a guy who hasn't trained competitively in over a season. And someone who went from being tipped as one of the best in his positions to a guy who can't train with his first team to now being looked at as a potential squad player for a short while this season.
What you lose as a low risk transfer, I disagree. If we'd be giving him game time over others who are long term committed and on half his wages for low outlay but high cost, and a potential disrupter to the dressing room (people won't be happy seeing a player on his wages playing 15 mins or on the bench ch behind them) then I just don't see the worth. Plus he doesn't suit our style.
Lots of good reasons to disagree with you Jay. Sure you made some points I could play along with but I just don't agree so happy to leave it there.
It really doesn't matter who is right or wrong in these matters, the only matter that is of concern is what Silva thinks, if he believes that he can get Sterling performing to an acceptable level, that is all that matters, of course he might fail with this and whatever the outcome is, that is what he earns the big bucks for.
Change of manager at the neighbours will that scupper Stirling?
Re Stirling.
Maybe he's had enough of football. He looks to have completely fallen out with Chelsea (Upon returning to Stamford Bridge, Sterling was completely exiled from the squad, being forced to train separately and barred from the main club facilities. Wiki).
Quietly collecting your money and spending your weekends with your partner and kids. Instead of press speculation and criticism doesnt sound a bad idea to me.
Quote from: hovewhite on January 01, 2026, 12:39:12 PMChange of manager at the neighbours will that scupper Stirling?
No. It's clear the club says who they want and who they don't and Sterling is a club decision. Prioritising youth players over old guard irrespective of wages/contracts. It's supposedly partly why Maresca was sacked. That disagreement with the club over starting 11's....
Quote from: FFC1987 on January 01, 2026, 12:18:29 PMHis two spells at Chelsea and Arsenal is where that comes from. Plus the backend of his spell at City. So largely what, since 2022? Arteta made comments about his need to work harder, Chelsea comments were made by numerous managers then the club itself. If we were signing the Sterling from those videos of 4+ years ago, I'd be all over this (but we wouldn't be an option for him anyway) but we aren't which is really the point.
Sterlings not a pacer, but he has a quick step of pace which sniffs out the space. He showed none of that and if anything, showed his legs in quite serious decline at Arsenal if you actually watched him much? As I did, and that's why I'm concerned in replacing Adama, a known athlete, with Sterling for similar wages (or likely more), with a guy who hasn't trained competitively in over a season. And someone who went from being tipped as one of the best in his positions to a guy who can't train with his first team to now being looked at as a potential squad player for a short while this season.
What you lose as a low risk transfer, I disagree. If we'd be giving him game time over others who are long term committed and on half his wages for low outlay but high cost, and a potential disrupter to the dressing room (people won't be happy seeing a player on his wages playing 15 mins or on the bench ch behind them) then I just don't see the worth. Plus he doesn't suit our style.
Lots of good reasons to disagree with you Jay. Sure you made some points I could play along with but I just don't agree so happy to leave it there.
yes, the point is indeed that we're talking about rehabilitating a formely very bright career after a run of bad form, something we have history of. And the comparison to Willian is exactly because he was accused of the same things at Arsenal..."legs gone", doesn't care", "lost his pace he relied on" "useless"....as per this article: "The first and most obvious problem is that he can't beat anyone off a dribble. In fact he doesn't even try." http://7amkickoff.com/index.php/2021/01/25/the-complete-collapse-of-willian-borges-da-silva/
Sterling was inconsistant at a poor chelsea team ,but not bad, and more productive than most of our top players in that time.
23/24: 21 G/A in 43 appearances.(Chelsea)
22/23: 13 G/A in 38 appearances (Chelsea)
21/22: 26 G/A in 47 appearances (Man city)
So the idea he's had little to offer since 22 is a bit of a myth to be honest.
For context our highest producing wingers stats from the last 3 prem years:
24/25: Iwobi - 15 G/A in 44
23/24: Wilson - 15 G/A in 44
22/23: Willian - 10 in 31
So, based off Arsenal form, yes, absolutely. He's a risk, obviously, and there's questions about if the issue is Raheem, or that he's just a bad fit at Arsenal as Willian was. But as I say, given it's a loan at basically break even to swap for Adama, it's a pretty low risk one imo.
We got no idea of his attitude coming into such a scenario, but if I'm a premier league professional I would imagine I'd have a pretty comprehensive understanding of the idea that Sterling - former player of the year,4 x premier league winner, champs league and international regular scorer would be on a significant pay packet even on the bench, and if I'm a young winger I'd probably be keen to pick his brains as a senior player with several titles.
No one at the club seemed to have an issue with Willian being on a short term contract because he brought quality and experience. Personally I don't see it as an issue, thats the nature of the game. Now it's absolutely plausible it wouldn't work out as well, but evidentally we see the risks involved as being different, fair enough I guess.
My only caveat to Willian again was, I'm sure some people said it but I wasn't one of them. I always thought Willian still looked lively at Arsenal. If anything, trying too hard was his issue so nothing in comparison to what I saw from Sterling. Willian also never was just out of football for large spells either do I really don't think comparing the two is helpful.
But a punt is a punt and if you're excited, more power to you. I just can't share in that.
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Would be a quality move and I suggested it a few months ago - he has been the best player in the Champ this season (better than Hackney IMO) and for technical ability is easily a PL player. Have seen him live a few times this season at Vicarage Road and he's ran every game I've seen him play in
Quote from: hovewhite on January 01, 2026, 12:39:12 PMChange of manager at the neighbours will that scupper Stirling?
Not a chance. Him being an outcast there is a board/ownership decision. Maybe it would for George but the managers there almost have zero input into anything. Even player selection in matches is heavily influenced. It's all directed from the top and probably miserable for a manager.
https://x.com/FulhamTransfer/status/2006740234361516345?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Etweet
https://x.com/FulhamTransfer/status/2006691969398198699?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Etweet
Hernandez is like Cherki who can use both feet on the wing... could be a valuable asset.
https://twitter.com/plettigoal/status/2006817821335179751
I guess he's better than Adama so not the end of the world but if we're paying him more than Adama it's going to hamstring us for SCR so I don't get the point?
Well, after that poor performance, we need a couple of new faces that can actually finish ASAP.
I really don't think Sterling will add anything to the table...
Quote from: FFC007 on January 01, 2026, 08:16:55 PMI really don't think Sterling will add anything to the table...
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I'd put a lot of money on him scoring one of our golden misses tonight.
Quote from: Deeping_white on January 01, 2026, 08:13:24 PMhttps://twitter.com/plettigoal/status/2006817821335179751
I guess he's better than Adama so not the end of the world but if we're paying him more than Adama it's going to hamstring us for SCR so I don't get the point?
There is leeway with SCR initially and he'd likely cost us about the same as Adama (around 75k pw), especially considering we'll pocket 2-3 mil. Plus once new rules come into effect, if he's on loan, he wont be contracted to us anyway by that time in the summer....
Unless we of course decide to sign him permanently or extend the loan. But at that point we'll also see various players departing so can address how we rebalance the books
Raul 100k
Cairney 30k
Reed 50k
Castagne if rumours he wants a move are true 65k
Wilson unless he renews 55k
(figures are alleged from online wage sources)
Hopefully we can sign someone in the next week or so, optimistic I know.
Quote from: Bassey the warrior on January 01, 2026, 08:52:10 PMHopefully we can sign someone in the next week or so, optimistic I know.
At least the Intentions clearly there. We're seemingly firmly in talks with Pepi again. Issue we have is it's January and in form players like him mean his club aren't incentivised to sell unless we offer a ton of cash that's too good to turn down. I expect PSV to string us along while they look for a replacement if we get close to their valuation.
Meanwhile with Sterling all reports seem to suggest we're heavily linked with again. Time will tell if it's just a backup option again in case another option doesn't come off like Chuk in the summer but at least that one in theory can be signed off early if we can reach an agreement with Chelsea on what percentage we pay. As someone else suggests, sort of player I'd have liked to be in the box trying to put one away in the 85th minute today.
Anyway, we shall see
Sounding like Sterling wants the move to Fulham....makes sense with him living up the road
Quote from: Bassey the warrior on January 01, 2026, 08:52:10 PMHopefully we can sign someone in the next week or so, optimistic I know.
Praying for miracles With our sloth recruitment team!!
Sloth recruitment might be more to do with trying to convince clubs to sell & player/s to come to us rather than any ineptitude on our part.
Quote from: FFC007 on January 01, 2026, 08:07:49 PMhttps://x.com/FulhamTransfer/status/2006691969398198699?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Etweet
Hernandez is like Cherki who can use both feet on the wing... could be a valuable asset.
An exciting talent, best of the names I have heard to date ...
I see that palace have nailed down the transfer of Brendan Johnson within 48 hours of window opening. Here is a player well in contract, rival premier league team and their top scoring player of last season.
For the record it is not a player that I rate but it proves that there are deals available and they can be concluded quickly.
You would have thought we would have had realistic offers tabled and medicals awaiting for at least a couple of players within the first 5 days of the window.
Quote from: howitis on January 01, 2026, 10:42:14 PMI see that palace have nailed down the transfer of Brendan Johnson within 48 hours of window opening. Here is a player well in contract, rival premier league team and their top scoring player of last season.
For the record it is not a player that I rate but it proves that there are deals available and they can be concluded quickly.
You would have thought we would have had realistic offers tabled and medicals awaiting for at least a couple of players within the first 5 days of the window.
Sure - if the player wants out and the club has made it clear they're willing to move them on which is the case with Brennan. Sadly not so with Pepi who we clearly are high on as a first choice having bid in the summer too. In that case we've reportedly been talking for some time, but they have a striker injury problem and Pepi is back in hot scoring form so there's no real desire to sell unless we offer a hell of a lot it seems.
Sterling should be more simple BUT then theres the question still of if he's our main target, that I don't know. It seemed also the same in summer seemingly, but he appeared to be the secondary backup option in the end to Chukueze as he wasn't signed in the end as all links went cold once Chuk move was finally sanctioned by Milan. Possible that's the case again. We'll know soon know either way.
And by your own admission it's a player you don't rate. Incidentally it's one I like but perhaps not at £35m so sure, you can buy a player early at significant cost, but doesn't mean it's the right buy for us. Anyway. At least in January it's only 30 days of will we won't we :slap:
Quote from: howitis on January 01, 2026, 10:35:26 PMQuote from: FFC007 on January 01, 2026, 08:07:49 PMhttps://x.com/FulhamTransfer/status/2006691969398198699?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Etweet
Hernandez is like Cherki who can use both feet on the wing... could be a valuable asset.
An exciting talent, best of the names I have heard to date ...
p.s obligatory video of player we'll almost definately never sign
:slap:
Can't say I've seen much of him but he's been linked with Barca and Madrid of late allegedly
https://x.com/FulhamTransfer/status/2006840321666330756?s=20
https://x.com/FulhamTransfer/status/2006858065140990282?s=20
Sterling pressure is off for him if he signs for a mid table team like us no expectations to win a trophy etc might work in his favour
https://x.com/i/status/2006660241941999891
Quote from: jayffc on January 01, 2026, 11:31:11 PMhttps://x.com/FulhamTransfer/status/2006858065140990282?s=20
I'm guessing it's so we can free up a loan spot? Makes no sense to trigger it now rather than before the end of the loan.
Quote from: demeant0r on January 02, 2026, 12:04:11 AMQuote from: jayffc on January 01, 2026, 11:31:11 PMhttps://x.com/FulhamTransfer/status/2006858065140990282?s=20
I'm guessing it's so we can free up a loan spot? Makes no sense to trigger it now rather than before the end of the loan.
I think non-domestic loans don't have a cap so I don't really know why we'd do it; we've still got our 2 PL loan spots free
Quote from: Deeping_white on January 02, 2026, 12:21:13 AMQuote from: demeant0r on January 02, 2026, 12:04:11 AMQuote from: jayffc on January 01, 2026, 11:31:11 PMhttps://x.com/FulhamTransfer/status/2006858065140990282?s=20
I'm guessing it's so we can free up a loan spot? Makes no sense to trigger it now rather than before the end of the loan.
I think non-domestic loans don't have a cap so I don't really know why we'd do it; we've still got our 2 PL loan spots free
Could it be a bargaining chip to get Marco to sign?
Is it possible that the wage agreement we have in place in our pre agreed option, should we sign him full time, is lower than the wages he's on at Milan that were currently paying?
Id be surprised, but that feels like the only way it'd make sense to me
Sterling hasn't played all season so presumably he will need time to build his match fitness, which isn't ideal.
Quote from: FFC007 on January 01, 2026, 08:07:49 PMhttps://x.com/FulhamTransfer/status/2006691969398198699?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Etweet
Hernandez is like Cherki who can use both feet on the wing... could be a valuable asset.
This would be outrageous signing but don't think it would happen and not sure source is that reliable (see their other posts about Vinicius to Chelsea and Bellingham to United)
Quote from: jayffc on January 01, 2026, 11:27:05 PMhttps://x.com/FulhamTransfer/status/2006840321666330756?s=20
Does he look a bit 'podgy'?
Quote from: Bassey the warrior on January 02, 2026, 01:30:42 AMSterling hasn't played all season so presumably he will need time to build his match fitness, which isn't ideal.
Mentioned further up thread but reality is he's likely replacing Adama, in which case he really only needs to be able to play 15-20mins initially at this stage. So in theory can be built up to match fitness steadily.
Quote from: jayffc on January 02, 2026, 09:30:21 AMQuote from: Bassey the warrior on January 02, 2026, 01:30:42 AMSterling hasn't played all season so presumably he will need time to build his match fitness, which isn't ideal.
Mentioned further up thread but reality is he's likely replacing Adama, in which case he really only needs to be able to play 15-20mins initially at this stage. So in theory can be built up to match fitness steadily.
And perhaps he'll be fit just in time for the next team to snap him up next season. So we've basically done chelsea a bit of a favour by contributing to his wages....I'd say that's more likely the reality.
Not sure I'd say he looks podgey though. Just a player who hasn't been training competitively for a long time....
Quote from: FFC1987 on January 02, 2026, 09:38:24 AMQuote from: jayffc on January 02, 2026, 09:30:21 AMQuote from: Bassey the warrior on January 02, 2026, 01:30:42 AMSterling hasn't played all season so presumably he will need time to build his match fitness, which isn't ideal.
Mentioned further up thread but reality is he's likely replacing Adama, in which case he really only needs to be able to play 15-20mins initially at this stage. So in theory can be built up to match fitness steadily.
And perhaps he'll be fit just in time for the next team to snap him up next season. So we've basically done chelsea a bit of a favour by contributing to his wages....I'd say that's more likely the reality.
Not sure I'd say he looks podgey though. Just a player who hasn't been training competitively for a long time....
I mean it shouldnt take him 6 months to get fit enough to play as we need him 😅 The body is pretty impressively responsive if you have a previous history of such exercise...plus we should have Chukqueze and Iwobi back in Feb anyway.
Long as he can play 10-20 mins anywhere across our attack for the next 2 months when we need him and contribute that way, and his contribution is more impactful than Adama has been this season, then that's all we really need him to do for now. If he gets match fit quicker than that and earns a chance to start, bonus. But our main need for now is to match Traores minutes at a minimum. As for the podgy stuff above - if that's even a new photo - you can see his six pack through the shirt 😂 If that's podgy I might just jump out a window ha
If these reports are true, the times are certainly changing if a player is choosing us over WHU.
Quote from: SP on January 02, 2026, 09:56:33 AMIf these reports are true, the times are certainly changing if a player is choosing us over WHU.
If he signs, it wouldn't surprise me if he knows a number of players in the squad who've given him positive ideas about the club, team dynamic and about Marco as a manager.
Iwobi, bassey, ESR are three that spring to mind as all are london born pl players.. maybe he heard good things from Tosin, or Bettinelli..? Not sure who he crossed over with timesise as City, Arsenal and Chelsea, but there are a few there.
May vaguely know Sess due to St George's?
The crossovers could be more, or less.. but I wouldn't be surprised if he knew one or two.
I think he'd suit Marco, this squad and us.
Think we could have another player in Sterling who could push us on and give us Willian style renaissance vibes.
Quote from: jayffc on January 02, 2026, 09:53:19 AMQuote from: FFC1987 on January 02, 2026, 09:38:24 AMQuote from: jayffc on January 02, 2026, 09:30:21 AMQuote from: Bassey the warrior on January 02, 2026, 01:30:42 AMSterling hasn't played all season so presumably he will need time to build his match fitness, which isn't ideal.
Mentioned further up thread but reality is he's likely replacing Adama, in which case he really only needs to be able to play 15-20mins initially at this stage. So in theory can be built up to match fitness steadily.
And perhaps he'll be fit just in time for the next team to snap him up next season. So we've basically done chelsea a bit of a favour by contributing to his wages....I'd say that's more likely the reality.
Not sure I'd say he looks podgey though. Just a player who hasn't been training competitively for a long time....
I mean it shouldnt take him 6 months to get fit enough to play as we need him 😅 The body is pretty impressively responsive if you have a previous history of such exercise...plus we should have Chukqueze and Iwobi back in Feb anyway.
Long as he can play 10-20 mins anywhere across our attack for the next 2 months when we need him and contribute that way, and his contribution is more impactful than Adama has been this season, then that's all we really need him to do for now. If he gets match fit quicker than that and earns a chance to start, bonus. But our main need for now is to match Traores minutes at a minimum. As for the podgy stuff above - if that's even a new photo - you can see his six pack through the shirt 😂 If that's podgy I might just jump out a window ha
I guess this is partly my issue with it. If Sterling is any good, and the wages he'll be demanding, surely the requirement has to be more impactful than squad player, for 15-20 mins.....I appreciate you're saying well, its to replace Adama in the aggregate, but surely we already have that in our squad via Iwobi, King, ESR, Chuku, Wilson, Sess and Kevin so really, we should be bringing in quality over quantity with a long term objective firmly in place
? I'm struggling to appreciate whether this transfer is good for the short term because of question marks over his fitness (and when he was fit at Arsenal he didn't look anymore close to pre 2022 levels), and I think it likely Sterling will want wages we can't offer (assumption on my part) when Chelsea inevitably pay his contract off next season so unless we see him as say a 1-2 year player, unless he comes in and lights up the league which, I'm personally sceptical, this just lazy in recruitment terms. You might as well bring Willian back.....
On the fitness point mate, it's going to take Sterling a long time to get competitively fit let alone match fit. Yes, the bodies responsive, but at those levels required, its not a quick job and that's before we even start talking about match fit for a player who hasn't played 90 minutes in a loooooooooong time.
Added: If he comes in I'll shut up and hope he provides though. Just not sure again of how people feel he suits us really. He's not the sort of winger a mid table side that requires tracking/pressing.
I think I'd rather see a Sttiker and box to box midfielder coming in first than Sterling. But, like I have said before, if the wages are right for us and it's only a loan to the end of the season, why not.
Quote from: demeant0r on January 02, 2026, 12:04:11 AMQuote from: jayffc on January 01, 2026, 11:31:11 PMhttps://x.com/FulhamTransfer/status/2006858065140990282?s=20
I'm guessing it's so we can free up a loan spot? Makes no sense to trigger it now rather than before the end of the loan.
Maybe get him now so nobody else does in the summer.
Quote from: SuffolkWhite on January 02, 2026, 11:15:55 AMI think I'd rather see a Sttiker and box to box midfielder coming in first than Sterling. But, like I have said before, if the wages are right for us and it's only a loan to the end of the season, why not.
Agreed. We need a striker. Spending on further wingers, use funds on a decent striker
https://x.com/FulhamTransfer/status/2006992279849021695?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Etweet
Rumours suggesting West Ham are struggling to meet Adama wage demands. Could torpedo incomings as a chain reaction.
We still linked with Raheem? Jesus. He hasnt exactly gotten better six months older and no playing time
Quote from: alfie on January 02, 2026, 11:24:49 AMQuote from: demeant0r on January 02, 2026, 12:04:11 AMQuote from: jayffc on January 01, 2026, 11:31:11 PMhttps://x.com/FulhamTransfer/status/2006858065140990282?s=20
I'm guessing it's so we can free up a loan spot? Makes no sense to trigger it now rather than before the end of the loan.
Maybe get him now so nobody else does in the summer.
We already have an option agreed. If we want him he's agreed to join us pre contractually. Otherwise there'd be little point of having an option at all. Another club could in thoery have an offer accepted for him between the end of the loan agreement and time we exercise the right to buy at a set price. But any time during his loan agreement period he's contracted to play for us, so as long as we exercise that right before the end of the agreement, the selling club has to sell to us regardless of other interest.
https://x.com/FulhamTransfer/status/2007032400761733459?s=20
Get Jedi on the blower...
£34m matching our record for Kevin.
Big roll of the dice at that cost. 30m + 4m addons? It's a big move for a player yet to perform in a top league.
crap "sauce" though
https://x.com/MrDomSmith/status/2007032613689840053?s=20
Only obligation would change things I'm sure and explain a delay in pushing it through while we explore options. Assume we'll just hold on to Adama till we make a call there.
More pressing certainly the striker situation imo.
If we have to buy Sterling (either directly or with an obligation) I think we should be pretty cautious and probably look elsewhere.
I mentioned earlier in this thread that I think he'd be a fine risk to take for half a season, but that was on the basis of it being a loan with reasonably low wage contributions.
There's no way we should get stuck buying a player whose last competitive game was May last year.
I can't imagine that Chelsea will want such an expensive asset rotting on the bench for another 6 months, so I'm sure they'll cave eventually, but we absolutely should be rejecting any attempt from them to force us to buy Raheem given the doubts around his current ability and it seems like this might be one of those transfers that drags for the entire window...
Quote from: Craven Mad on January 02, 2026, 12:28:40 PMIf we have to buy Sterling (either directly or with an obligation) I think we should be pretty cautious and probably look elsewhere.
I mentioned earlier in this thread that I think he'd be a fine risk to take for half a season, but that was on the basis of it being a loan with reasonably low wage contributions.
There's no way we should get stuck buying a player whose last competitive game was May last year.
I can't imagine that Chelsea will want such an expensive asset rotting on the bench for another 6 months, so I'm sure they'll cave eventually, but we absolutely should be rejecting any attempt from them to force us to buy Raheem given the doubts around his current ability and it seems like this might be one of those transfers that drags for the entire window...
Article seems to suggest the will to move permanently is coming from the player too. Depends how much they want. If it's for sort of price West Ham are paying for Adama so be it. Much more than that and I agree I'd be
very wary of such a deal.
Loan with an option? Fine. If I were the club, the only way I'd consider an obligation was if the obligation was only triggered if he played a certain amount of games/minutes
and the fee was at a very low price. I get it from the players perspective, he doesn't just want to be back at square one frozen out still at chelsea not playing, training alone. At least it shows a desire to not just collect a pay-cheque and to get back on the pitch and enjoy the latter end of his career playing again I suppose.
Quote from: jayffc on January 02, 2026, 12:09:04 PMhttps://x.com/FulhamTransfer/status/2007032400761733459?s=20
Get Jedi on the blower...
£34m matching our record for Kevin.
Big roll of the dice at that cost. 30m + 4m addons? It's a big move for a player yet to perform in a top league.
crap "sauce" though
Think you're totally right here, but just to slightly knock back the 'yet to perform in the top league' point - he's got 4 goal contributions in five Champions League games this season, including scoring against Athletico Madrid and Napoli. He's not doing badly...
Sadly £34m feels about right for a 23 year old (on 9 Jan), English speaking, 6'1" striker who's averaging a goal every 94 mins this season...
any more news on Sterling or is it just paper talk ?
Quote from: Craven Mad on January 02, 2026, 12:35:31 PMQuote from: jayffc on January 02, 2026, 12:09:04 PMhttps://x.com/FulhamTransfer/status/2007032400761733459?s=20
Get Jedi on the blower...
£34m matching our record for Kevin.
Big roll of the dice at that cost. 30m + 4m addons? It's a big move for a player yet to perform in a top league.
crap "sauce" though
Think you're totally right here, but just to slightly knock back the 'yet to perform in the top league' point - he's got 4 goal contributions in five Champions League games this season, including scoring against Athletico Madrid and Napoli. He's not doing badly...
Sadly £34m feels about right for a 23 year old (on 9 Jan), English speaking, 6'1" striker who's averaging a goal every 94 mins this season...
Yeh nearly mentioned hes done ok in champs league but didn't look into who against so left it out
In reality though that's still remaining unproven in a top league. Low league strikers have scored against top prem teams in the cups but doesn't establish them as proven at the top level week in week out.
He's obviously at a decent champions league team and I rate his game, but really the Dutch league has 3 decent teams and the rest are very poor. Much like with kevin its a big jump up.
The price reflects his goal scoring prowess there and their lack of need to offload so about where you'd expect I guess. No big money signing comes without risk and sometimes ya gotta take the leap to advance, let's hope its one that pays off - and people get behind him if there's an adjustment period.
One of the few options available for him if he wants to play this season.
https://x.com/FabrizioRomano/status/2007064201022627996?s=20
Charlotte FC (home of Tim Ream) have just signed Luca de la Torre who played 7 first team games for us a while back
Its looking like a Fulham of the USA
Quote from: jayffc on January 02, 2026, 12:47:00 AMIs it possible that the wage agreement we have in place in our pre agreed option, should we sign him full time, is lower than the wages he's on at Milan that were currently paying?
Id be surprised, but that feels like the only way it'd make sense to me
Maybe the club could save on the remainder of this season's loan fee if they intend to make it a permanent at the end of the year?
Otherwise I agree, makes no sense to move a foreign loan obligation forward.
I guessing we won't hear anything about Silva and new contract until after this window is concluded.
Sounds like Khan has to give Silva what he wants before he agrees to stay.
It's a gamble on the owners part, but unless he has someone else lined up in the summer, he's not got a choice.
Quote from: JimOG on January 02, 2026, 09:26:30 AMQuote from: jayffc on January 01, 2026, 11:27:05 PMhttps://x.com/FulhamTransfer/status/2006840321666330756?s=20
Does he look a bit 'podgy'?
looks like a 6 pack to me. I'd love to be that fit, have never ever been close
Might just be me but neither George or Sterling are signings I can particularly get excited about. I think both solid signings that no doubt would do a job at this level but neither going to have the impact of a Chukuweze or even get us off our seats like Kevin has at times (albeit he's been frustrating).
Quote from: sunburywhite on January 02, 2026, 02:20:42 PMCharlotte FC (home of Tim Ream) have just signed Luca de la Torre who played 7 first team games for us a while back
Its looking like a Fulham of the USA
Happy to have more Fulham alums in my hometown! I used to proudly wear my Fulham jersey to FC CLT matches . . . but they never won a game when I did. So I had to switch back to my lucky(ier, anyway) home team jersey.
LDLT should be a good fit for us. He's not a star. Never will be. He started well at San Diego last season but ultimately got benched in favor of a younger player. We don't need him to be a star - just press well and cycle the ball to Zaha and Pep Biel and LDLT will do fine for us. He will be playing in front of Tim Ream, so that will be fun.
Depending on the Tete injury... is LDF worth recalling?
Quote from: Chi_FFC on January 02, 2026, 02:12:02 PMOne of the few options available for him if he wants to play this season.
https://x.com/FabrizioRomano/status/2007064201022627996?s=20
Pass. I get that Dean Smith wants current/former AV player he can get his hands on, but no way Harvey would play for us past the summer so it's just enough time to get used to the team and the league and then leave. Pass.
Quote from: Craven Mad on January 02, 2026, 12:35:31 PMQuote from: jayffc on January 02, 2026, 12:09:04 PMhttps://x.com/FulhamTransfer/status/2007032400761733459?s=20
Get Jedi on the blower...
£34m matching our record for Kevin.
Big roll of the dice at that cost. 30m + 4m addons? It's a big move for a player yet to perform in a top league.
crap "sauce" though
Think you're totally right here, but just to slightly knock back the 'yet to perform in the top league' point - he's got 4 goal contributions in five Champions League games this season, including scoring against Athletico Madrid and Napoli. He's not doing badly...
Sadly £34m feels about right for a 23 year old (on 9 Jan), English speaking, 6'1" striker who's averaging a goal every 94 mins this season...
This one is "go big or go home". Pepi is a source of constant debate for US fans. His strike rate in Holland is off the charts good. He's still kinda young. I don't really believe the hype, but then he goes and performs well in the Champions League against real opponents. Truth is that none of us really believe that the USA will ever get to have a great striker, so we don't think he's going to be great. Don't trust our jaded view. I'd much rather Fulham spend money on a move like this that could work out big instead of a 31 year old washed up excess winger from Chelsea who hasn't scored this season . . .
Muniz and Pepi would be two very good forward options for the team for the next 3-4 years.
Brennan Johnson has signed for palace - have Fulham ever got a signing in within a day of window opening?
Quote from: fulhamfan on January 02, 2026, 01:38:27 PMany more news on Sterling or is it just paper talk ?
No way Chelsea let him join us before we play them next week, if anything is going to happen it will be Thursday or Friday next week.
It's low risk if it's as a replacement for Adama, and he's clearly got a much higher ceiling than Traore. He has an extremely low chance of getting to the World Cup (he'd probably need two hat-tricks in his first three games to get people to pay attention), but he's a very proven player and he won't make us worse.
He's worth filling a loan spot with.
Quote from: DadCreature on January 02, 2026, 03:33:41 PMQuote from: Chi_FFC on January 02, 2026, 02:12:02 PMOne of the few options available for him if he wants to play this season.
https://x.com/FabrizioRomano/status/2007064201022627996?s=20
Pass. I get that Dean Smith wants current/former AV player he can get his hands on, but no way Harvey would play for us past the summer so it's just enough time to get used to the team and the league and then leave. Pass.
Another academy wonder kid ruined by moving to a top 4 club when he was too young. Roberts, Carvalho and Sess suffered the same, thankfully Sess has got his career back on track. Glad King stayed or he might have been the same.
Quote from: DadCreature on January 02, 2026, 03:38:59 PMQuote from: Craven Mad on January 02, 2026, 12:35:31 PMQuote from: jayffc on January 02, 2026, 12:09:04 PMhttps://x.com/FulhamTransfer/status/2007032400761733459?s=20
Get Jedi on the blower...
£34m matching our record for Kevin.
Big roll of the dice at that cost. 30m + 4m addons? It's a big move for a player yet to perform in a top league.
crap "sauce" though
Think you're totally right here, but just to slightly knock back the 'yet to perform in the top league' point - he's got 4 goal contributions in five Champions League games this season, including scoring against Athletico Madrid and Napoli. He's not doing badly...
Sadly £34m feels about right for a 23 year old (on 9 Jan), English speaking, 6'1" striker who's averaging a goal every 94 mins this season...
This one is "go big or go home". Pepi is a source of constant debate for US fans. His strike rate in Holland is off the charts good. He's still kinda young. I don't really believe the hype, but then he goes and performs well in the Champions League against real opponents. Truth is that none of us really believe that the USA will ever get to have a great striker, so we don't think he's going to be great. Don't trust our jaded view. I'd much rather Fulham spend money on a move like this that could work out big instead of a 31 year old washed up excess winger from Chelsea who hasn't scored this season . . .
Muniz and Pepi would be two very good forward options for the team for the next 3-4 years.
No idea if he's any good but we certainly need to get someone soon, Jimenez faces burnout and Muniz will take time to get back to his best. I assume JKA will be returned once we sign a replacement, shame he never got much of a look in.
Quote from: C Block on January 02, 2026, 05:10:18 PMQuote from: fulhamfan on January 02, 2026, 01:38:27 PMany more news on Sterling or is it just paper talk ?
No way Chelsea let him join us before we play them next week, if anything is going to happen it will be Thursday or Friday next week.
Ya might well be right there
Quote from: FFC007 on January 02, 2026, 02:51:38 PMI guessing we won't hear anything about Silva and new contract until after this window is concluded.
Sounds like Khan has to give Silva what he wants before he agrees to stay.
It's a gamble on the owners part, but unless he has someone else lined up in the summer, he's not got a choice.
Hopefully we can keep him.
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I'm guessing it's so we can free up a loan spot? Makes no sense to trigger it now rather than before the end of the loan.
I think non-domestic loans don't have a cap so I don't really know why we'd do it; we've still got our 2 PL loan spots free
Could it be a bargaining chip to get Marco to sign?
Me bet is... lock him in during honeymoon period. He's shown what he can do, and if he tears up the league after AFCON he can reject a deal to come to us, and AC can sell him to a bigger club for more money.
I'd get this done ASAP if I were TK.
A big yes for Chuck
No to Pepi at that price
If Adama goes and the wages are reasonable yes to Sterling
As for Elliot not the least bit interested. I guess he wasn't as good as he thought
Quote from: C Block on January 02, 2026, 05:10:18 PMQuote from: fulhamfan on January 02, 2026, 01:38:27 PMany more news on Sterling or is it just paper talk ?
No way Chelsea let him join us before we play them next week, if anything is going to happen it will be Thursday or Friday next week.
If Sterling's on loan, it makes no difference - he can't play against his parent club.
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I'm guessing it's so we can free up a loan spot? Makes no sense to trigger it now rather than before the end of the loan.
Maybe get him now so nobody else does in the summer.
We already have an option agreed. If we want him he's agreed to join us pre contractually. Otherwise there'd be little point of having an option at all. Another club could in thoery have an offer accepted for him between the end of the loan agreement and time we exercise the right to buy at a set price. But any time during his loan agreement period he's contracted to play for us, so as long as we exercise that right before the end of the agreement, the selling club has to sell to us regardless of other interest.
They can't charge us more but Chuk may get his head turned by a bigger club. Maybe we can agree the deal now but complete in the summer after loan completion.
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I'm guessing it's so we can free up a loan spot? Makes no sense to trigger it now rather than before the end of the loan.
I think non-domestic loans don't have a cap so I don't really know why we'd do it; we've still got our 2 PL loan spots free
Could it be a bargaining chip to get Marco to sign?
Me bet is... lock him in during honeymoon period. He's shown what he can do, and if he tears up the league after AFCON he can reject a deal to come to us, and AC can sell him to a bigger club for more money.
I'd get this done ASAP if I were TK.
I'm fairly certain this isn't the case
My understanding is he has signed and agreed, along with his club to join Fulham at a set cost and wage, should they exercise their option.
It's a club option not a player option? He's already agreed in principle to join fulham. So long as we do so before the end of agreement period were fine.
Quote from: Arthur on January 02, 2026, 06:18:22 PMQuote from: C Block on January 02, 2026, 05:10:18 PMQuote from: fulhamfan on January 02, 2026, 01:38:27 PMany more news on Sterling or is it just paper talk ?
No way Chelsea let him join us before we play them next week, if anything is going to happen it will be Thursday or Friday next week.
If Sterling's on loan, it makes no difference - he can't play against his parent club.
But what if we sign him, which is quite possible on a Free.
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I'm guessing it's so we can free up a loan spot? Makes no sense to trigger it now rather than before the end of the loan.
I think non-domestic loans don't have a cap so I don't really know why we'd do it; we've still got our 2 PL loan spots free
Could it be a bargaining chip to get Marco to sign?
Me bet is... lock him in during honeymoon period. He's shown what he can do, and if he tears up the league after AFCON he can reject a deal to come to us, and AC can sell him to a bigger club for more money.
I'd get this done ASAP if I were TK.
I'm fairly certain this isn't the case
My understanding is he has signed and agreed, along with his club to join Fulham at a set cost and wage, should they exercise their option.
It's a club option not a player option? He's already agreed in principle to join fulham. So long as we do so before the end of agreement period were fine.
The agreement is on the purchase price isn't it? Would most likely not have agreed a contract with the player yet. We may have already pre-agreed a contract but that's not the norm.
Quote from: Bassey the warrior on January 02, 2026, 10:39:45 PMQuote from: jayffc on January 02, 2026, 10:09:22 PMQuote from: SimonDaviesEnjoyer on January 02, 2026, 05:57:12 PMQuote from: demeant0r on January 02, 2026, 12:24:25 AMQuote from: Deeping_white on January 02, 2026, 12:21:13 AMQuote from: demeant0r on January 02, 2026, 12:04:11 AMQuote from: jayffc on January 01, 2026, 11:31:11 PMhttps://x.com/FulhamTransfer/status/2006858065140990282?s=20
I'm guessing it's so we can free up a loan spot? Makes no sense to trigger it now rather than before the end of the loan.
I think non-domestic loans don't have a cap so I don't really know why we'd do it; we've still got our 2 PL loan spots free
Could it be a bargaining chip to get Marco to sign?
Me bet is... lock him in during honeymoon period. He's shown what he can do, and if he tears up the league after AFCON he can reject a deal to come to us, and AC can sell him to a bigger club for more money.
I'd get this done ASAP if I were TK.
I'm fairly certain this isn't the case
My understanding is he has signed and agreed, along with his club to join Fulham at a set cost and wage, should they exercise their option.
It's a club option not a player option? He's already agreed in principle to join fulham. So long as we do so before the end of agreement period were fine.
The agreement is on the purchase price isn't it? Would most likely not have agreed a contract with the player yet. We may have already pre-agreed a contract but that's not the norm.
According to chat gpt which cites agentfc.com and other articles on Reddit it's apparently the norm for players to pre agree wages and contractual terms
prior to initial loan period. In agreeing to go on the initial loan they have agreed to the ongoing terms, so should the right to transfer be exercised this pre agreed contract then comes into effect
It may be wrong of course but from the articles I can find it's more unusual that a player has the ability to veto the deal even if the club wants to take the option , because the details of these deals are usually pre agreed up front.
Not able to look further into it right now but that has always been my understanding anyway.
Quote from: SimonDaviesEnjoyer on January 02, 2026, 05:57:12 PMQuote from: demeant0r on January 02, 2026, 12:24:25 AMQuote from: Deeping_white on January 02, 2026, 12:21:13 AMQuote from: demeant0r on January 02, 2026, 12:04:11 AMQuote from: jayffc on January 01, 2026, 11:31:11 PMhttps://x.com/FulhamTransfer/status/2006858065140990282?s=20
I'm guessing it's so we can free up a loan spot? Makes no sense to trigger it now rather than before the end of the loan.
I think non-domestic loans don't have a cap so I don't really know why we'd do it; we've still got our 2 PL loan spots free
Could it be a bargaining chip to get Marco to sign?
Me bet is... lock him in during honeymoon period. He's shown what he can do, and if he tears up the league after AFCON he can reject a deal to come to us, and AC can sell him to a bigger club for more money.
I'd get this done ASAP if I were TK.
Does Khan understand what ASAP means?! 😂
Yeremay Hernandez Get him in Fulham he is a clone of Eden Hazard
€40m for Pepe is madness. I'd rather have another look in the summer and see what's there. We are going to get nothing useful out of Pepe until Marco has his for a full pre season anyway.
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I do not believe this is a real think. I suspect are ot serious about this moveand are playing it up to appease unsettled fans, to make it look like they are actually 'trying' to bring in a resumed quality striker.
He may be a brilliant striker but come February I doubt he will be with us. And the club will say they tried but they didn't think the selling club's valuation was realistic.
We are mid table, Marco says Muniz will be back in Feb as will the afcon boys so I think the club will gambble on the current squad as is as always does.
Sorry for the typing, i am on the tablet in the warmth of my bed on such a vold morning!
I'm guessing it's so we can free up a loan spot? Makes no sense to trigger it now rather than before the end of the loan.
I think non-domestic loans don't have a cap so I don't really know why we'd do it; we've still got our 2 PL loan spots free
Could it be a bargaining chip to get Marco to sign?
Me bet is... lock him in during honeymoon period. He's shown what he can do, and if he tears up the league after AFCON he can reject a deal to come to us, and AC can sell him to a bigger club for more money.
I'd get this done ASAP if I were TK.
Quote from: jayffc on January 02, 2026, 11:15:20 PMQuote from: Bassey the warrior on January 02, 2026, 10:39:45 PMQuote from: jayffc on January 02, 2026, 10:09:22 PMQuote from: SimonDaviesEnjoyer on January 02, 2026, 05:57:12 PMQuote from: demeant0r on January 02, 2026, 12:24:25 AMQuote from: Deeping_white on January 02, 2026, 12:21:13 AMQuote from: demeant0r on January 02, 2026, 12:04:11 AMQuote from: jayffc on January 01, 2026, 11:31:11 PMhttps://x.com/FulhamTransfer/status/2006858065140990282?s=20
I'm guessing it's so we can free up a loan spot? Makes no sense to trigger it now rather than before the end of the loan.
I think non-domestic loans don't have a cap so I don't really know why we'd do it; we've still got our 2 PL loan spots free
Could it be a bargaining chip to get Marco to sign?
Me bet is... lock him in during honeymoon period. He's shown what he can do, and if he tears up the league after AFCON he can reject a deal to come to us, and AC can sell him to a bigger club for more money.
I'd get this done ASAP if I were TK.
I'm fairly certain this isn't the case
My understanding is he has signed and agreed, along with his club to join Fulham at a set cost and wage, should they exercise their option.
It's a club option not a player option? He's already agreed in principle to join fulham. So long as we do so before the end of agreement period were fine.
The agreement is on the purchase price isn't it? Would most likely not have agreed a contract with the player yet. We may have already pre-agreed a contract but that's not the norm.
According to chat gpt which cites agentfc.com and other articles on Reddit it's apparently the norm for players to pre agree wages and contractual terms prior to initial loan period. In agreeing to go on the initial loan they have agreed to the ongoing terms, so should the right to transfer be exercised this pre agreed contract then comes into effect
It may be wrong of course but from the articles I can find it's more unusual that a player has the ability to veto the deal even if the club wants to take the option , because the details of these deals are usually pre agreed up front.
Not able to look further into it right now but that has always been my understanding anyway.
Link says the domain is registered but not linked to a website, sounds like ChatGPT may be hallucinating.
It's me that hallucinated 😅 spelt it wrong. Agentsfc.com
Quote from: Hugh Janus on January 03, 2026, 07:39:20 AM€40m for Pepe is madness. I'd rather have another look in the summer and see what's there. We are going to get nothing useful out of Pepe until Marco has his for a full pre season anyway.
From all that Silva's been saying through the summer and up to now, it's clear it's Marco, himself, who is the driving force for purchasing a striker of this potential now.
Many P.L. clubs and others across Europe will be on the look out for strikers come the summer. If we wait to see who is available, we may well find we are not, as we seem to be currently, the only suitors for Pepi - nor any other striker on our list of top targets. It's a gamble whichever way we do it, of course, but if we sign him now, at least we can be sure he will get a full pre-season.
The only way we are likely to get players in for preseason is to sign them in January, probably on deadline day.
The current circumstances are a classic example as to why Marco and management before him get frustrated at the lack of a signing or two to fill the vacancies which have developed due to injuries and afcon.
The crack recruitment unit should have been prepared, probably too busy watching men in tights.
We need reinforcements now not at the end of the window.
It's all done to Samuel I reckon.He has reputation of being hot and cold let's see how he shapes up on he's return.Definitely warrants a place on the Stand Up Circuit.
Heard from hammer mate that Stirling is on his way to them he heard from someone close to the club backroom staff.
https://x.com/FabrizioRomano/status/2007419082539446595?s=20
Quote from: Thailand Mick on January 03, 2026, 12:26:27 PMhttps://x.com/FabrizioRomano/status/2007419082539446595?s=20
Atta Boy, that's more like it .
Quote from: Thailand Mick on January 03, 2026, 12:26:27 PMhttps://x.com/FabrizioRomano/status/2007419082539446595?s=20
Can't say I've seen a lot of him, but looking at the stats, he seems like the type of player we should be looking at. He's still very young too and I'd have no problem with the amount we offered.
On Pepi, I personally don't see the need to get a striker in now, I'd prefer to do that in the summer, but even more importantly, the quoted prices are just ridiculous. Too big of a gamble for someone like him.
Trouble with this year is it's the World Cu,p and that slows down the window as players are away or drives up prices if they have a half decent tournament
Atta seems an exciting link, he only joined Udinese in the summer though, so imagine they won't want to sell at all.
Great to see signs of being after a midfielder, and I like the profile of someone so good carrying the ball as it seems he is.
If West Ham lose this game against Wolves immediately offer them £25m + Traore for Bowen
Atta didn't play for Udinese today is he injured or is he on a plane to Farnbourgh airport
Quote from: Deeping_white on January 03, 2026, 03:36:47 PMIf West Ham lose this game against Wolves immediately offer them £25m + Traore for Bowen
I'd certainly sooner drop €40m on Bowen over Pepi.
£20m plus Munuz. I reckon Rodders goes well in the Championship.
You think we could get Mane off the Wolves? He looks promising.
Quote from: Deeping_white on January 03, 2026, 03:36:47 PMIf West Ham lose this game against Wolves immediately offer them £25m + Traore for Bowen
I get it's tongue in cheek, but this would potentially be deal of the century!
Quote from: SimonDaviesEnjoyer on January 03, 2026, 04:54:57 PMQuote from: Deeping_white on January 03, 2026, 03:36:47 PMIf West Ham lose this game against Wolves immediately offer them £25m + Traore for Bowen
I get it's tongue in cheek, but this would potentially be deal of the century!
Yeah I appreciate the total value of the deal would need to be like £50m for them to sell him, but stranger things have happened and he might not want a relegation on his CV + with him not needing to uproot family to play for us, you never know
No chance they would sell a key player in a relegation battle
Quote from: @jolslover on January 03, 2026, 05:01:37 PMNo chance they would sell a key player in a relegation battle
I mean,are they even in the fight anymore. Feel like their battle is over and if they sell now they could maybe get a respectable price.
I could see many irons fans not renewing season tickets if Bowen was sold this window. They are disgusted with the higherachy at the club already.
We are lucky to have our owners, even if they did get things wrong in the past.
Quote from: SuffolkWhite on January 03, 2026, 05:13:46 PMI could see many irons fans not renewing season tickets if Bowen was sold this window. They are disgusted with the higherachy at the club already.
We are lucky to have our owners, even if they did get things wrong in the past.
At least ours didn't do the traiterous thing of selling the stadium and pocketing the money.
Sorry but it's utter dreamland thinking Westham would sell their talisman considering the position they're in. I recall when we were going down and clubs were saying the same about key players in our squad as if we would sell....nuts really.
Quote from: ArcticOctopus on January 03, 2026, 05:09:33 PMQuote from: @jolslover on January 03, 2026, 05:01:37 PMNo chance they would sell a key player in a relegation battle
I mean,are they even in the fight anymore. Feel like their battle is over and if they sell now they could maybe get a respectable price.
They absolutely are, they're only two wins back.
Quote from: SimonDaviesEnjoyer on January 03, 2026, 05:35:38 PMQuote from: ArcticOctopus on January 03, 2026, 05:09:33 PMQuote from: @jolslover on January 03, 2026, 05:01:37 PMNo chance they would sell a key player in a relegation battle
I mean,are they even in the fight anymore. Feel like their battle is over and if they sell now they could maybe get a respectable price.
They absolutely are, they're only two wins back.
Yeah, they could be a point behind Forest in ~76 hours.
Sorry, the Wolves are 4 wins back from safe, are they not? In a season where they just managed their first win?
ETA: Sorry, I see now you were talking about Bowen. I was talking about Mane.
After the west spam defeat today which I thought would be the opposite result they are now in trouble and need more than a couple of players.wolves on the up but unlikely to stay up.
https://twitter.com/FulhamTransfer/status/2007529308487651795
Diop seems to be generating some interest in France. Both Paris FC and now Monaco. If a good offer comes in we could get a better profile CB for our needs that's younger and on cheaper wages.
Quote from: btffc on January 03, 2026, 08:27:19 PMhttps://twitter.com/FulhamTransfer/status/2007529308487651795
Diop seems to be generating some interest in France. Both Paris FC and now Monaco. If a good offer comes in we could get a better profile CB for our needs that's younger and on cheaper wages.
Um can we recall LDF?
Quote from: demeant0r on January 03, 2026, 08:37:03 PMQuote from: btffc on January 03, 2026, 08:27:19 PMhttps://twitter.com/FulhamTransfer/status/2007529308487651795
Diop seems to be generating some interest in France. Both Paris FC and now Monaco. If a good offer comes in we could get a better profile CB for our needs that's younger and on cheaper wages.
Um can we recall LDF?
Not sure but he's only just coming back from a fairly lengthy Injury layoff. Got sent off on his first start back I believe for 2 yellows(second one fairly soft)
Been a difficult run out there, his team basically suck and are rock bottom of the Belgian league with a -18 goal difference. Ouch
Would be gutted to lose Diop as think we'd be hard pressed to replace him in January. But LDF presumably is earmarked for that position in the summer. Could be some baptism for him next year
Quote from: Hugh Janus on January 03, 2026, 07:39:20 AM€40m for Pepe is madness. I'd rather have another look in the summer and see what's there. We are going to get nothing useful out of Pepe until Marco has his for a full pre season anyway.
Would rather we put in an offer to Everton for Beto.
If we want a striker we should be looking at Kroupi from Bournemouth. The guy has serious talent. Who knows what his price is but bet Bournemouth would consider €40 mil, considering what we have been quoted for pepi
Quote from: Jims Dentist on January 03, 2026, 10:47:21 PMQuote from: Hugh Janus on January 03, 2026, 07:39:20 AM€40m for Pepe is madness. I'd rather have another look in the summer and see what's there. We are going to get nothing useful out of Pepe until Marco has his for a full pre season anyway.
Would rather we put in an offer to Everton for Beto.
Can only assume you're an Everton fan. He is an absolute donkey ...
Quote from: btffc on January 03, 2026, 08:27:19 PMhttps://twitter.com/FulhamTransfer/status/2007529308487651795
Diop seems to be generating some interest in France. Both Paris FC and now Monaco. If a good offer comes in we could get a better profile CB for our needs that's younger and on cheaper wages.
Best Defender at the Club well under used and should be getting more playing time.Top Pro.
Quote from: howitis on January 03, 2026, 11:25:19 PMQuote from: Jims Dentist on January 03, 2026, 10:47:21 PMQuote from: Hugh Janus on January 03, 2026, 07:39:20 AM€40m for Pepe is madness. I'd rather have another look in the summer and see what's there. We are going to get nothing useful out of Pepe until Marco has his for a full pre season anyway.
Would rather we put in an offer to Everton for Beto.
Can only assume you're an Everton fan. He is an absolute donkey ...
haha I actually like him, really raw but there is defo a player in there somewhere
If Beto is in the conversation then majority of championship forwards should be under consideration.
https://x.com/i/status/2007884019837616528
New Francis bomba just landed 💣
https://twitter.com/fulhamtransfer/status/2007910140058763332
Sky just reported that Rosenior is expected in London tomorrow to interview for the Chelsea job.
I guess that is kind of a relief, I feel sorry for the lad already though.
Quote from: Somerset Fulham on January 04, 2026, 08:24:57 PMSky just reported that Rosenior is expected in London tomorrow to interview for the Chelsea job.
I guess that is kind of a relief, I feel sorry for the lad already though.
He might not be signed up by the time we win on Wednesday!
Quote from: Arthur on January 03, 2026, 11:20:01 AMMany P.L. clubs and others across Europe will be on the look out for strikers come the summer. If we wait to see who is available, we may well find we are not, as we seem to be currently, the only suitors for Pepi - nor any other striker on our list of top targets. It's a gamble whichever way we do it, of course, but if we sign him now, at least we can be sure he will get a full pre-season.
I don't personally have an opinion on Pepi yet but agree with this
Quote from: JimmyConway on January 04, 2026, 10:55:02 AMIf Beto is in the conversation then majority of championship forwards should be under consideration.
No doubt. I'd rather have Vinicius and his karate chopping back tbh. He'd cost less and probably score at the same rate.
Quote from: Deeping_white on January 04, 2026, 08:24:09 PMhttps://twitter.com/fulhamtransfer/status/2007910140058763332
Obligatory
Looks a menace from his reel but admittedly don't know alot about him.
Seems strong , tenacious, good range of passing , seems very adept at drilling direct cutting asses both in behind lines and over the top. Good box to box vibes
Gather the rumour is from the same source that broke Fulhams interest in romulo first
Edit* wait...this was the lad at Norwich not all that long ago!
Dug out a Reddit thread from before he moved to galatasaray https://www.reddit.com/r/NorwichCity/s/Amm0smXSUO
Quote from: jayffc on January 04, 2026, 10:23:45 PMQuote from: Deeping_white on January 04, 2026, 08:24:09 PMhttps://twitter.com/fulhamtransfer/status/2007910140058763332
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Looks a menace from his reel but admittedly don't know alot about him.
Seems strong , tenacious, good range of passing , seems very adept at drilling direct cutting asses both in behind lines and over the top. Good box to box vibes
Gather the rumour is from the same source that broke Fulhams interest in romulo first
Edit* wait...this was the lad at Norwich not all that long ago!
The tweet has also been deleted so I doubt there's any validity there
Quote from: Deeping_white on January 04, 2026, 08:24:09 PMhttps://twitter.com/fulhamtransfer/status/2007910140058763332
I really wanted Sara 18 months ago when he left Norwich (for around €20m, I believe). It's slightly pricey, but I think he would definitely be a strong addition to our midfield.
How often to players come back to the PL from Turkey? What are the player wages like there?
Quote from: demeant0r on January 04, 2026, 10:36:17 PMQuote from: jayffc on January 04, 2026, 10:23:45 PMQuote from: Deeping_white on January 04, 2026, 08:24:09 PMhttps://twitter.com/fulhamtransfer/status/2007910140058763332
Obligatory
Looks a menace from his reel but admittedly don't know alot about him.
Seems strong , tenacious, good range of passing , seems very adept at drilling direct cutting asses both in behind lines and over the top. Good box to box vibes
Gather the rumour is from the same source that broke Fulhams interest in romulo first
Edit* wait...this was the lad at Norwich not all that long ago!
The tweet has also been deleted so I doubt there's any validity there
FFN deleted it and tweeted it out again
Gala also have financial issues I think, they've been looking at selling Osimhen in recent weeks. Quite funny given their spending spree about 6 months ago that they need to offload them all again
Quote from: Deeping_white on January 04, 2026, 10:38:20 PMQuote from: demeant0r on January 04, 2026, 10:36:17 PMQuote from: jayffc on January 04, 2026, 10:23:45 PMQuote from: Deeping_white on January 04, 2026, 08:24:09 PMhttps://twitter.com/fulhamtransfer/status/2007910140058763332
Obligatory
Looks a menace from his reel but admittedly don't know alot about him.
Seems strong , tenacious, good range of passing , seems very adept at drilling direct cutting asses both in behind lines and over the top. Good box to box vibes
Gather the rumour is from the same source that broke Fulhams interest in romulo first
Edit* wait...this was the lad at Norwich not all that long ago!
The tweet has also been deleted so I doubt there's any validity there
FFN deleted it and tweeted it out again
In that case it might be true. He was one Norwich's best players during his time there, have seen a couple times since I live there. Would definitely fit in with the Brazilian/Portuguese contingent.
Sunderland supporters think it's between us and them for Sara,
I wonder if us having Kevin and Muniz will tip the balance our way 🤔
Quote from: C Block on January 04, 2026, 11:47:22 PMSunderland supporters think it's between us and them for Sara,
I wonder if us having Kevin and Muniz will tip the balance our way 🤔
And Silva + staff of course...and not having to live in sunderland.
Think a native speaking manager can make a big swing. Especially + were a more established team with plenty scope to become a starter. I like the look of this, let's hope it's for legs
https://www.reddit.com/r/galatasaray/s/yik2dCRfp7
Less flattering reviews of his current form for Gala. Seems he started very well for them but has been more inconsistent in terms of goal output recently. Still plenty saying they rate him and it's a decent price
Some very unflattering reviews 😱
Sara would be a top signing but don't think it's realistic as not great source and he plays regularly for Champions League Galatasary
Quote from: jayffc on January 05, 2026, 12:16:47 AMhttps://www.reddit.com/r/galatasaray/s/yik2dCRfp7
Less flattering reviews of his current form for Gala. Seems he started very well for them but has been more inconsistent in terms of goal output recently. Still plenty saying they rate him and it's a decent price
Interesting read. Suspect a lot of recency bias. 2 goals and 9 assists last season. Only 2 goal and 2 assists so far this season. 13 and 12 in the championship for Norwich's few seasons ago! His fbref stats are excellent. They don't track the Turkish league but champions league very good and Championship even better of course:
https://fbref.com/en/players/135d500d/Gabriel-Sara
Desperate for someone who progresses the ball and looks like he does that with passing and carries. Also looks like a very good set piece taker.
A lot of negative comments on that thread but these big clubs can be ridiculous with how they turn on players. Also look at the conflicting views on here for our players. Interesting as on X most were saying he is brilliant and a key player for them saying he'd cost way more. From reading this thread looks like he might actually be attainable in Jan (unlike most others) at a very reasonable price. Really like the look of this one. Here's praying if fancies the prem and London if it's true. Same guy that broke Romulo interest so hopefully is.
Quote from: Drewry66 on January 05, 2026, 09:17:56 AMQuote from: jayffc on January 05, 2026, 12:16:47 AMhttps://www.reddit.com/r/galatasaray/s/yik2dCRfp7
Less flattering reviews of his current form for Gala. Seems he started very well for them but has been more inconsistent in terms of goal output recently. Still plenty saying they rate him and it's a decent price
Interesting read. Suspect a lot of recency bias. 2 goals and 9 assists last season. Only 2 goal and 2 assists so far this season. 13 and 12 in the championship for Norwich's few seasons ago! His fbref stats are excellent. They don't track the Turkish league but champions league very good and Championship even better of course:
https://fbref.com/en/players/135d500d/Gabriel-Sara
Desperate for someone who progresses the ball and looks like he does that with passing and carries. Also looks like a very good set piece taker.
A lot of negative comments on that thread but these big clubs can be ridiculous with how they turn on players. Also look at the conflicting views on here for our players. Interesting as on X most were saying he is brilliant and a key player for them saying he'd cost way more. From reading this thread looks like he might actually be attainable in Jan (unlike most others) at a very reasonable price. Really like the look of this one. Here's praying if fancies the prem and London if it's true. Same guy that broke Romulo interest so hopefully is.
Maybe I'm having a "Doh" moment but who is Romulo ?
Quote from: Drewry66 on January 05, 2026, 09:17:56 AMQuote from: jayffc on January 05, 2026, 12:16:47 AMhttps://www.reddit.com/r/galatasaray/s/yik2dCRfp7
Less flattering reviews of his current form for Gala. Seems he started very well for them but has been more inconsistent in terms of goal output recently. Still plenty saying they rate him and it's a decent price
Interesting read. Suspect a lot of recency bias. 2 goals and 9 assists last season. Only 2 goal and 2 assists so far this season. 13 and 12 in the championship for Norwich's few seasons ago! His fbref stats are excellent. They don't track the Turkish league but champions league very good and Championship even better of course:
https://fbref.com/en/players/135d500d/Gabriel-Sara
Desperate for someone who progresses the ball and looks like he does that with passing and carries. Also looks like a very good set piece taker.
A lot of negative comments on that thread but these big clubs can be ridiculous with how they turn on players. Also look at the conflicting views on here for our players. Interesting as on X most were saying he is brilliant and a key player for them saying he'd cost way more. From reading this thread looks like he might actually be attainable in Jan (unlike most others) at a very reasonable price. Really like the look of this one. Here's praying if fancies the prem and London if it's true. Same guy that broke Romulo interest so hopefully is.
Indeed just have to look at how many of us were happy to let go of Wilson a number of times over the years only for him to go on incredible runs of form that suddenly switch people's minds on the player and the calls for contract renewals start I again. Same with bassey,Lukic and berge this year who were all very good last year but have had a patch of lesser performances and sentiment was quick to shift there too.
Will say the consistant critique between both fans has generally been that he's brilliant in some games then can go missing in another, but I suppose that's alot of players tbh.
Quote from: C Block on January 05, 2026, 10:09:02 AMQuote from: Drewry66 on January 05, 2026, 09:17:56 AMQuote from: jayffc on January 05, 2026, 12:16:47 AMhttps://www.reddit.com/r/galatasaray/s/yik2dCRfp7
Less flattering reviews of his current form for Gala. Seems he started very well for them but has been more inconsistent in terms of goal output recently. Still plenty saying they rate him and it's a decent price
Interesting read. Suspect a lot of recency bias. 2 goals and 9 assists last season. Only 2 goal and 2 assists so far this season. 13 and 12 in the championship for Norwich's few seasons ago! His fbref stats are excellent. They don't track the Turkish league but champions league very good and Championship even better of course:
https://fbref.com/en/players/135d500d/Gabriel-Sara
Desperate for someone who progresses the ball and looks like he does that with passing and carries. Also looks like a very good set piece taker.
A lot of negative comments on that thread but these big clubs can be ridiculous with how they turn on players. Also look at the conflicting views on here for our players. Interesting as on X most were saying he is brilliant and a key player for them saying he'd cost way more. From reading this thread looks like he might actually be attainable in Jan (unlike most others) at a very reasonable price. Really like the look of this one. Here's praying if fancies the prem and London if it's true. Same guy that broke Romulo interest so hopefully is.
Maybe I'm having a "Doh" moment but who is Romulo ?
Striker we were in for last year all summer who went to RB Leipzig romulo cordoso 7 G/A in 11 for them this season in bundesliga for those wondering)
Quote from: Deeping_white on January 04, 2026, 10:39:17 PMGala also have financial issues I think, they've been looking at selling Osimhen in recent weeks. Quite funny given their spending spree about 6 months ago that they need to offload them all again
We must go for Osimhen - with Iwobi, Bassey and Chuk it may make us a bit dependent on african players and AFCON hit, but he's got the pedigree to make it at this level, and we must stand a decent chance if they have to sell at cut-price, and with the amount of players he knows who've played for us
Troost Ekong, Aina, Bassey, Chuk, Iwobi being just five already from his national team.
Quote from: General on January 05, 2026, 02:02:48 PMQuote from: Deeping_white on January 04, 2026, 10:39:17 PMGala also have financial issues I think, they've been looking at selling Osimhen in recent weeks. Quite funny given their spending spree about 6 months ago that they need to offload them all again
We must go for Osimhen - with Iwobi, Bassey and Chuk it may make us a bit dependent on african players and AFCON hit, but he's got the pedigree to make it at this level, and we must stand a decent chance if they have to sell at cut-price, and with the amount of players he knows who've played for us
Troost Ekong, Aina, Bassey, Chuk, Iwobi being just five already from his national team.
No chance id assume
Champs league clubs will for sure go for him if a cut price deal available
Munich , Madrid , utd , Liverpool, psg all linked within the last year . Would be very very suprised if we stood any chance
Quote from: General on January 05, 2026, 02:02:48 PMQuote from: Deeping_white on January 04, 2026, 10:39:17 PMGala also have financial issues I think, they've been looking at selling Osimhen in recent weeks. Quite funny given their spending spree about 6 months ago that they need to offload them all again
We must go for Osimhen - with Iwobi, Bassey and Chuk it may make us a bit dependent on african players and AFCON hit, but he's got the pedigree to make it at this level, and we must stand a decent chance if they have to sell at cut-price, and with the amount of players he knows who've played for us
Troost Ekong, Aina, Bassey, Chuk, Iwobi being just five already from his national team.
They want north of £60m and he'd probably only leave for CL club given he's that good. Unfortunately we're a bit of a step down for him at the moment, even if we already have several of his international squad mates at our club
Quote from: jayffc on January 05, 2026, 02:21:58 PMQuote from: General on January 05, 2026, 02:02:48 PMQuote from: Deeping_white on January 04, 2026, 10:39:17 PMGala also have financial issues I think, they've been looking at selling Osimhen in recent weeks. Quite funny given their spending spree about 6 months ago that they need to offload them all again
We must go for Osimhen - with Iwobi, Bassey and Chuk it may make us a bit dependent on african players and AFCON hit, but he's got the pedigree to make it at this level, and we must stand a decent chance if they have to sell at cut-price, and with the amount of players he knows who've played for us
Troost Ekong, Aina, Bassey, Chuk, Iwobi being just five already from his national team.
No chance id assume
Champs league clubs will for sure go for him of a cut price deal available
Munich , Madrid , utd , Liverpool, psg all linked within the last year . Would be very very suprised if we stood any chance
If we're going to sign another Nigerian player I do like the look of Tolu Arokodare at Wolves, big lad and a real handful and creates the space for Mane to play in, I can't see him being at Wolves for much longer.
Quote from: C Block on January 05, 2026, 02:37:51 PMQuote from: jayffc on January 05, 2026, 02:21:58 PMQuote from: General on January 05, 2026, 02:02:48 PMQuote from: Deeping_white on January 04, 2026, 10:39:17 PMGala also have financial issues I think, they've been looking at selling Osimhen in recent weeks. Quite funny given their spending spree about 6 months ago that they need to offload them all again
We must go for Osimhen - with Iwobi, Bassey and Chuk it may make us a bit dependent on african players and AFCON hit, but he's got the pedigree to make it at this level, and we must stand a decent chance if they have to sell at cut-price, and with the amount of players he knows who've played for us
Troost Ekong, Aina, Bassey, Chuk, Iwobi being just five already from his national team.
No chance id assume
Champs league clubs will for sure go for him of a cut price deal available
Munich , Madrid , utd , Liverpool, psg all linked within the last year . Would be very very suprised if we stood any chance
If we're going to sign another Nigerian player I do like the look of Tolu Arokodare at Wolves, big lad and a real handful and creates the space for Mane to play in, I can't see him being at Wolves for much longer.
Someone was suggesting him here in the summer
1 g/a in 16 not really screaming out what we need imo. We need a finisher more than we need a second striker I think. He's definately an athletic specimen but prefer the idea of a Pepi type personally. If we want to try playing up to a tall guy would rather we give more minutes to JKA to see if he's worth signing in the summer on a decent fee (rumoured 12m)
Appreciate the optimism General, but ain't no way ever we sign Osimhen currently. 1. Wages....he's on estimations of upwards of £325k a week. 2. Way out of our league. He's only going to CL pedigree clubs. 3. Unless we sell Muniz for big money, we couldn't afford his transfer fee let alone his contract + fee demands. Chelsea balked at his demands hence ending up at Gala......which was also considered as a drop down from his quality levels.
Quote from: Deeping_white on January 05, 2026, 02:29:37 PMQuote from: General on January 05, 2026, 02:02:48 PMQuote from: Deeping_white on January 04, 2026, 10:39:17 PMGala also have financial issues I think, they've been looking at selling Osimhen in recent weeks. Quite funny given their spending spree about 6 months ago that they need to offload them all again
We must go for Osimhen - with Iwobi, Bassey and Chuk it may make us a bit dependent on african players and AFCON hit, but he's got the pedigree to make it at this level, and we must stand a decent chance if they have to sell at cut-price, and with the amount of players he knows who've played for us
Troost Ekong, Aina, Bassey, Chuk, Iwobi being just five already from his national team.
They want north of £60m and he'd probably only leave for CL club given he's that good. Unfortunately we're a bit of a step down for him at the moment, even if we already have several of his international squad mates at our club
Booo!
Wonder if we'll be one of these teams interested;
https://twitter.com/graemebailey/status/2008209175738728741
Quote from: General on January 05, 2026, 04:00:14 PMQuote from: Deeping_white on January 05, 2026, 02:29:37 PMQuote from: General on January 05, 2026, 02:02:48 PMQuote from: Deeping_white on January 04, 2026, 10:39:17 PMGala also have financial issues I think, they've been looking at selling Osimhen in recent weeks. Quite funny given their spending spree about 6 months ago that they need to offload them all again
We must go for Osimhen - with Iwobi, Bassey and Chuk it may make us a bit dependent on african players and AFCON hit, but he's got the pedigree to make it at this level, and we must stand a decent chance if they have to sell at cut-price, and with the amount of players he knows who've played for us
Troost Ekong, Aina, Bassey, Chuk, Iwobi being just five already from his national team.
They want north of £60m and he'd probably only leave for CL club given he's that good. Unfortunately we're a bit of a step down for him at the moment, even if we already have several of his international squad mates at our club
Booo!
It's okay, we can get him when he's in tut twilight of his career when he's already won nothing
https://x.com/FulhamTransfer/status/2008225075745440085?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Etweet
Quote from: FFC007 on January 05, 2026, 05:34:08 PMhttps://x.com/FulhamTransfer/status/2008225075745440085?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Etweet
For anyone interested, this is his stats profile; basically looks like a Palhinha regen with better passing stats: https://fbref.com/en/players/94acdd4e/Sergi-Altimira
Quote from: Deeping_white on January 05, 2026, 05:42:25 PMQuote from: FFC007 on January 05, 2026, 05:34:08 PMhttps://x.com/FulhamTransfer/status/2008225075745440085?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Etweet
For anyone interested, this is his stats profile; basically looks like a Palhinha regen with better passing stats: https://fbref.com/en/players/94acdd4e/Sergi-Altimira
Not sure that's the profile we need. The Atta rumour made way more sense, unless the Berge to Juventus rumours that appeared recently had legs.
Quote from: Deeping_white on January 05, 2026, 05:42:25 PMQuote from: FFC007 on January 05, 2026, 05:34:08 PMhttps://x.com/FulhamTransfer/status/2008225075745440085?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Etweet
For anyone interested, this is his stats profile; basically looks like a Palhinha regen with better passing stats: https://fbref.com/en/players/94acdd4e/Sergi-Altimira
A replacement for Reed perhaps?
Quote from: FFC007 on January 05, 2026, 06:34:42 PMQuote from: Deeping_white on January 05, 2026, 05:42:25 PMQuote from: FFC007 on January 05, 2026, 05:34:08 PMhttps://x.com/FulhamTransfer/status/2008225075745440085?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Etweet
For anyone interested, this is his stats profile; basically looks like a Palhinha regen with better passing stats: https://fbref.com/en/players/94acdd4e/Sergi-Altimira
A replacement for Reed perhaps?
Only if he can arrow one in from 30 yards v Liverpool.
Quote from: SerbianLad on January 05, 2026, 05:56:00 PMQuote from: Deeping_white on January 05, 2026, 05:42:25 PMQuote from: FFC007 on January 05, 2026, 05:34:08 PMhttps://x.com/FulhamTransfer/status/2008225075745440085?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Etweet
For anyone interested, this is his stats profile; basically looks like a Palhinha regen with better passing stats: https://fbref.com/en/players/94acdd4e/Sergi-Altimira
Not sure that's the profile we need. The Atta rumour made way more sense, unless the Berge to Juventus rumours that appeared recently had legs.
Well we don't really have a proper PL standard enforcer style DM anymore as I thing Berge is more of a playmaker #6 and Lukic does better in a more box to box role. Reed is the backup DM and lets be honest, he might've scored a screamer yesterday but he's not a PL DM so we do need one
More altimara rumours https://x.com/i/status/2008488264240689228
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We can be linked with as many players as you like, but we still seem a mile away from signing anyone.
So many links coming through from fairly unknown or unreliable sources that I'm struggling to know which midfield link to pay attention to. Hopefully we can get some players in. Seems to have gone quiet on Adama to West Ham.
If Betis are looking at Alex Toth as the replacement, why don't we just get Alex Toth?
Quote from: demeant0r on January 06, 2026, 01:15:35 PMIf Betis are looking at Alex Toth as the replacement, why don't we just get Alex Toth?
Cos maybe he's not as good or what we need right now? maybe he's not ready to contribute the level we need him out today. An 20 year old unproven young kid from Hungarian league who could go either way.
I'm sure there are endless instances where a player coming in to "replace" another departing doesn't end up being as good, there's never any guarantee that's how it works out.
For a random example. Why didn't we just sign Sotiris Alexandropoulos who Sporting brought in at CM the window they sold Joao Palhinha. If the answer is, who? ...correct.
Quote from: deadcowboys on January 06, 2026, 12:51:43 PMWe can be linked with as many players as you like, but we still seem a mile away from signing anyone.
Pretty silly deduction considering the club never give any information until s deal is pretty much sealed and keep what goes on behind the scenes very close to their chest
Quote from: jayffc on January 06, 2026, 01:27:51 PMQuote from: demeant0r on January 06, 2026, 01:15:35 PMIf Betis are looking at Alex Toth as the replacement, why don't we just get Alex Toth?
Cos maybe he's not as good or what we need right now? maybe he's not ready to contribute the level we need him out today. An 20 year old unproven young kid from Hungarian league who could go either way.
I'm sure there are endless instances where a player coming in to "replace" another departing doesn't end up being as good, there's never any guarantee that's how it works out.
For a random example. Why didn't we just sign Sotiris Alexandropoulos who Sporting brought in at CM the window they sold Joao Palhinha. If the answer is, who? ...correct.
I was being tongue in cheek 🫣
Quote from: demeant0r on January 06, 2026, 01:59:46 PMQuote from: jayffc on January 06, 2026, 01:27:51 PMQuote from: demeant0r on January 06, 2026, 01:15:35 PMIf Betis are looking at Alex Toth as the replacement, why don't we just get Alex Toth?
Cos maybe he's not as good or what we need right now? maybe he's not ready to contribute the level we need him out today. An 20 year old unproven young kid from Hungarian league who could go either way.
I'm sure there are endless instances where a player coming in to "replace" another departing doesn't end up being as good, there's never any guarantee that's how it works out.
For a random example. Why didn't we just sign Sotiris Alexandropoulos who Sporting brought in at CM the window they sold Joao Palhinha. If the answer is, who? ...correct.
I was being tongue in cheek 🫣
Woosh ha my bad :slap: hard to tell with some of the socials interactions these days🙈
The fact we only signed Chuk & JKA on a loan suggests to me we are tight on SCR. I can't see us doing any business.
Quote from: Hugh Janus on January 06, 2026, 03:32:16 PMThe fact we only signed Chuk & JKA on a loan suggests to me we are tight on SCR. I can't see us doing any business.
I've heard reports of us already looking to make chuk permanent.
I would speculate the reason we're looking to do that now rather than end of season is to open another slot for a loan.
You might well be right. Looking at recent history and reading what the football finance chaps are saying I think it will be quiet.
Either a smoke screen or really not encouraging
" Silva: "Nothing (new) that I feel will happen soon or this week before the FA Cup game. Doesn't look like it, you never know what's going to happen, but it doesn't look like it." #FFC"
Quote from: Hugh Janus on January 06, 2026, 03:32:16 PMThe fact we only signed Chuk & JKA on a loan suggests to me we are tight on SCR. I can't see us doing any business.
Silva's already said we need 3 players. There is obviously money available.
Pigs will fly before we sign anyone in January
Quote from: Super Mick on January 06, 2026, 06:02:39 PMQuote from: Hugh Janus on January 06, 2026, 03:32:16 PMThe fact we only signed Chuk & JKA on a loan suggests to me we are tight on SCR. I can't see us doing any business.
Silva's already said we need 3 players. There is obviously money available.
Silva can say a lot. Doesn't necessarily mean there's money in the coffers. He said before last summer that it was also going to be a busy summer. I know we ended up breaking a transfer record but our total net spend was roughly average.
I know we need players but we're also still at the whims of the current market prices. Until TK or SK announce that we're in for a busy transfer window, I'll take what Marco says with a grain of salt.
Quote from: ArcticOctopus on January 06, 2026, 06:37:53 PMQuote from: Super Mick on January 06, 2026, 06:02:39 PMQuote from: Hugh Janus on January 06, 2026, 03:32:16 PMThe fact we only signed Chuk & JKA on a loan suggests to me we are tight on SCR. I can't see us doing any business.
Silva's already said we need 3 players. There is obviously money available.
Silva can say a lot. Doesn't necessarily mean there's money in the coffers. He said before last summer that it was also going to be a busy summer. I know we ended up breaking a transfer record but our total net spend was roughly average.
I know we need players but we're also still at the whims of the current market prices. Until TK or SK announce that we're in for a busy transfer window, I'll take what Marco says with a grain of salt.
Exactly this, Marco isn't the one signing the cheques. Marco said this time last year he wasn't a fan of January signings. He also has not signed a new contract. There's a long way to go yet but all I have seen so far is a load of click bait nonsense. We are currently at 86% SCR with a limit of 85% allowed.
Quote from: Hugh Janus on January 06, 2026, 07:14:38 PMQuote from: ArcticOctopus on January 06, 2026, 06:37:53 PMQuote from: Super Mick on January 06, 2026, 06:02:39 PMQuote from: Hugh Janus on January 06, 2026, 03:32:16 PMThe fact we only signed Chuk & JKA on a loan suggests to me we are tight on SCR. I can't see us doing any business.
Silva's already said we need 3 players. There is obviously money available.
Silva can say a lot. Doesn't necessarily mean there's money in the coffers. He said before last summer that it was also going to be a busy summer. I know we ended up breaking a transfer record but our total net spend was roughly average.
I know we need players but we're also still at the whims of the current market prices. Until TK or SK announce that we're in for a busy transfer window, I'll take what Marco says with a grain of salt.
Exactly this, Marco isn't the one signing the cheques. Marco said this time last year he wasn't a fan of January signings. He also has not signed a new contract. There's a long way to go yet but all I have seen so far is a load of click bait nonsense. We are currently at 86% SCR with a limit of 85% allowed.
When SCR kicks in we will be permitted to exceed it providing we pay a fine and then in future years adhere to the 85% threshold. Given we're targeting younger players on lower wages and in 6 months likely won't have circa £250k a week to pay Traore, Raul and TC, it won't be an issue if we start buying players now
It seems talk all talk like the summer to me and talk costs clubs nothing.
Quote from: Deeping_white on January 06, 2026, 07:23:57 PMQuote from: Hugh Janus on January 06, 2026, 07:14:38 PMQuote from: ArcticOctopus on January 06, 2026, 06:37:53 PMQuote from: Super Mick on January 06, 2026, 06:02:39 PMQuote from: Hugh Janus on January 06, 2026, 03:32:16 PMThe fact we only signed Chuk & JKA on a loan suggests to me we are tight on SCR. I can't see us doing any business.
Silva's already said we need 3 players. There is obviously money available.
Silva can say a lot. Doesn't necessarily mean there's money in the coffers. He said before last summer that it was also going to be a busy summer. I know we ended up breaking a transfer record but our total net spend was roughly average.
I know we need players but we're also still at the whims of the current market prices. Until TK or SK announce that we're in for a busy transfer window, I'll take what Marco says with a grain of salt.
Exactly this, Marco isn't the one signing the cheques. Marco said this time last year he wasn't a fan of January signings. He also has not signed a new contract. There's a long way to go yet but all I have seen so far is a load of click bait nonsense. We are currently at 86% SCR with a limit of 85% allowed.
When SCR kicks in we will be permitted to exceed it providing we pay a fine and then in future years adhere to the 85% threshold. Given we're targeting younger players on lower wages and in 6 months likely won't have circa £250k a week to pay Traore, Raul and TC, it won't be an issue if we start buying players now
You may well be correct. Time will tell
Quote from: Deeping_white on January 06, 2026, 07:23:57 PMQuote from: Hugh Janus on January 06, 2026, 07:14:38 PMQuote from: ArcticOctopus on January 06, 2026, 06:37:53 PMQuote from: Super Mick on January 06, 2026, 06:02:39 PMQuote from: Hugh Janus on January 06, 2026, 03:32:16 PMThe fact we only signed Chuk & JKA on a loan suggests to me we are tight on SCR. I can't see us doing any business.
Silva's already said we need 3 players. There is obviously money available.
Silva can say a lot. Doesn't necessarily mean there's money in the coffers. He said before last summer that it was also going to be a busy summer. I know we ended up breaking a transfer record but our total net spend was roughly average.
I know we need players but we're also still at the whims of the current market prices. Until TK or SK announce that we're in for a busy transfer window, I'll take what Marco says with a grain of salt.
Exactly this, Marco isn't the one signing the cheques. Marco said this time last year he wasn't a fan of January signings. He also has not signed a new contract. There's a long way to go yet but all I have seen so far is a load of click bait nonsense. We are currently at 86% SCR with a limit of 85% allowed.
When SCR kicks in we will be permitted to exceed it providing we pay a fine and then in future years adhere to the 85% threshold. Given we're targeting younger players on lower wages and in 6 months likely won't have circa £250k a week to pay Traore, Raul and TC, it won't be an issue if we start buying players now
Yup Likely:
Adama
Raul
TC
Reed
+ Possibles:
Wilson -if he doesn't sign
Diop - him out Luc DF in?
Looks likely there'll be a fair bit of restructuring opportunity this summer to get under that threshold comfortably.
Quote from: hovewhite on January 06, 2026, 07:29:13 PMIt seems talk all talk like the summer to me and talk costs clubs nothing.
Agree.
Like in the summer, it makes me wonder if we are putting in bids for players that will likely be rejected by the selling club or the player.
Then it can be claimed that we did try
Quote from: Jims Dentist on January 06, 2026, 09:00:04 PMQuote from: hovewhite on January 06, 2026, 07:29:13 PMIt seems talk all talk like the summer to me and talk costs clubs nothing.
Agree.
Like in the summer, it makes me wonder if we are putting in bids for players that will likely be rejected by the selling club or the player.
Then it can be claimed that we did try
Ah yes, the West Ham special
Who in their right mind would sign without knowing whether Marco is staying beyond the end of the season?
It's all smoke and mirrors.
The return of the 3 Afcon players and eventually a fit again Muniz will be treated as 4 new signings .
Meanwhile, business as usual and focus on containing and beating a rudderless Chelsea.
COYW!!
Quote from: Hugh Janus on January 06, 2026, 03:32:16 PMThe fact we only signed Chuk & JKA on a loan suggests to me we are tight on SCR. I can't see us doing any business.
Or maybe they saved the cash on buying players in the summer for this window. I know you may pay over the odds in January but at least we have a better idea now as to what is needed to push for a euro place.
Quote from: Jims Dentist on January 06, 2026, 09:00:04 PMQuote from: hovewhite on January 06, 2026, 07:29:13 PMIt seems talk all talk like the summer to me and talk costs clubs nothing.
Agree.
Like in the summer, it makes me wonder if we are putting in bids for players that will likely be rejected by the selling club or the player.
Then it can be claimed that we did try
I don't think this is actually a thing. The bids we've put in seem pretty damn reasonable , nigh on 30m for pepi, over 20m for other midfielders. These aren't derisory offers by any stretch unless one thinks we're should just over pay off the bat
Quote from: AnotherVicHalomLoveChild on January 07, 2026, 08:36:39 AMWho in their right mind would sign without knowing whether Marco is staying beyond the end of the season?
It's all smoke and mirrors.
The return of the 3 Afcon players and eventually a fit again Muniz will be treated as 4 new signings .
Meanwhile, business as usual and focus on containing and beating a rudderless Chelsea.
COYW!!
I am sure players sign for clubs all the time without taking too much consideration into the longevity (or lack thereof) of the manager, for many reasons (have you considered the average stay of managers?). In my opinion, this is almost a non-issue. Most players will look for the best deal available, and if that is with FFC, they will happily join.
I think it may have an impact however on players signing new contracts, because in that case it can be more personal.
We'll get two loans on deadline day. Old reliable Fulham ::scarf::
https://x.com/FulhamTransfer/status/2008836774479761622?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Etweet
It will be the usual Window where we all talk about signings in January beeing a bad idea in term of value for money and we should wait til the summer, only to spend all summer signing no one of note and declaring we should see how things are come Jan, then repeat
Quote from: KentFulham on January 07, 2026, 10:42:06 AMIt will be the usual Window where we all talk about signings in January beeing a bad idea in term of value for money and we should wait til the summer, only to spend all summer signing no one of note and declaring we should see how things are come Jan, then repeat
Sounds like quite the made up scenario there, given that we have signed players of note every summer, and probably almost no one says that we should wait until January.
In the minds of our simple money men in the Us of A - Fulham are doing OK - why overspend in January - why risk breaching the financial rules ?
If we're lingering down the bottom then we would panic spend like WHU
BTW - they are not that simple, they made the dosh in the first place !
Quote from: Baszab on January 07, 2026, 10:56:36 AMIn the minds of our simple money men in the Us of A - Fulham are doing OK - why overspend in January - why risk breaching the financial rules ?
If we're lingering down the bottom then we would panic spend like WHU
BTW - they are not that simple, they made the dosh in the first place !
Losing their no.1 asset due to this should be putting fire in their bellies really....and acknowledging that they failed in areas in the previous window which is considered a far 'easier' window. I'd say the recruitment team have some serious question marks over their heads.
If we don't sign anyone in Jan it really won't be the end of the world. I've said all season that our squad is easily good enough to place mid table. Especially so with the players coming back soon.
Best case, I can definitely see us challenging for Europe without signing anyone in Jan.
Summer should be interesting though, as others have noted there could be a lot of ins and outs... maybe some significant ones including the manager.
Quote from: FFC1987 on January 07, 2026, 11:02:37 AMQuote from: Baszab on January 07, 2026, 10:56:36 AMIn the minds of our simple money men in the Us of A - Fulham are doing OK - why overspend in January - why risk breaching the financial rules ?
If we're lingering down the bottom then we would panic spend like WHU
BTW - they are not that simple, they made the dosh in the first place !
Losing their no.1 asset due to this should be putting fire in their bellies really....and acknowledging that they failed in areas in the previous window which is considered a far 'easier' window. I'd say the recruitment team have some serious question marks over their heads.
One thing the club has been is consistent in their spending the last 6 or 7 years. Not saying they don't have more, but maybe the reality is Marco wants more than the club can give him. And we have to acknowledge, transfer prices have been terribly inflated the last couple of years.
Quote from: ArcticOctopus on January 07, 2026, 01:29:19 PMQuote from: FFC1987 on January 07, 2026, 11:02:37 AMQuote from: Baszab on January 07, 2026, 10:56:36 AMIn the minds of our simple money men in the Us of A - Fulham are doing OK - why overspend in January - why risk breaching the financial rules ?
If we're lingering down the bottom then we would panic spend like WHU
BTW - they are not that simple, they made the dosh in the first place !
Losing their no.1 asset due to this should be putting fire in their bellies really....and acknowledging that they failed in areas in the previous window which is considered a far 'easier' window. I'd say the recruitment team have some serious question marks over their heads.
One thing the club has been is consistent in their spending the last 6 or 7 years. Not saying they don't have more, but maybe the reality is Marco wants more than the club can give him. And we have to acknowledge, transfer prices have been terribly inflated the last couple of years.
Think the last 6 or 7 years is further proof of our poor scouting network when you look at how more than a few rivals seem to find talent at relatively decent prices? Muniz possibly being the only one we have unearthed who might have gone for an considerable transfer last summer? Now I do understand since Marco has been manager he tends to go more oven ready so you will have to pay a premium like we have say Andersen Berge Bassey Iwobi who are unlikely to be sold at a profit if they leave before contract up? Paying premium for say a Palhinha can work for you if they are good footballers at the right age of course. Of the home bred looks like King & Ridgeon will both have elite suitors so hopefully good transfer fees?
Quote from: ArcticOctopus on January 07, 2026, 01:29:19 PMQuote from: FFC1987 on January 07, 2026, 11:02:37 AMQuote from: Baszab on January 07, 2026, 10:56:36 AMIn the minds of our simple money men in the Us of A - Fulham are doing OK - why overspend in January - why risk breaching the financial rules ?
If we're lingering down the bottom then we would panic spend like WHU
BTW - they are not that simple, they made the dosh in the first place !
Losing their no.1 asset due to this should be putting fire in their bellies really....and acknowledging that they failed in areas in the previous window which is considered a far 'easier' window. I'd say the recruitment team have some serious question marks over their heads.
One thing the club has been is consistent in their spending the last 6 or 7 years. Not saying they don't have more, but maybe the reality is Marco wants more than the club can give him. And we have to acknowledge, transfer prices have been terribly inflated the last couple of years.
I'm not going to go further back. I'm judging it on the last window and whilst it was disastrous, they had a limited amount they needed to do, and ample time to do it, but failed in some key areas I'd say which let Marco down to some extent. I think there's a lot more urgency now as that's probably been highlighted to them. Especially via Marco in pressers after the window and continually since.
I don't think this is a matter of Marco asking for what isn't there as high value bids were made and not actualised. So either the club was doing a westham of old, or they had the money and just couldn't get the deals over the line. (something I do sympathise with).
https://www.footballfancast.com/fulham-preparing-to-pounce-joao-palhinha-transfer-marco-silva/
Quote from: JimmyConway on January 07, 2026, 01:46:15 PMQuote from: ArcticOctopus on January 07, 2026, 01:29:19 PMQuote from: FFC1987 on January 07, 2026, 11:02:37 AMQuote from: Baszab on January 07, 2026, 10:56:36 AMIn the minds of our simple money men in the Us of A - Fulham are doing OK - why overspend in January - why risk breaching the financial rules ?
If we're lingering down the bottom then we would panic spend like WHU
BTW - they are not that simple, they made the dosh in the first place !
Losing their no.1 asset due to this should be putting fire in their bellies really....and acknowledging that they failed in areas in the previous window which is considered a far 'easier' window. I'd say the recruitment team have some serious question marks over their heads.
One thing the club has been is consistent in their spending the last 6 or 7 years. Not saying they don't have more, but maybe the reality is Marco wants more than the club can give him. And we have to acknowledge, transfer prices have been terribly inflated the last couple of years.
Think the last 6 or 7 years is further proof of our poor scouting network when you look at how more than a few rivals seem to find talent at relatively decent prices? Muniz possibly being the only one we have unearthed who might have gone for an considerable transfer last summer? Now I do understand since Marco has been manager he tends to go more oven ready so you will have to pay a premium like we have say Andersen Berge Bassey Iwobi who are unlikely to be sold at a profit if they leave before contract up? Paying premium for say a Palhinha can work for you if they are good footballers at the right age of course. Of the home bred looks like King & Ridgeon will both have elite suitors so hopefully good transfer fees?
But part of that has to be Marco. He's gone on record saying he prefers older, experienced players or refurb projects. I think the club has supported him on that and now, to an extent, Marco is reaping what he's sowed.
Quote from: FFC1987 on January 07, 2026, 01:58:11 PMQuote from: ArcticOctopus on January 07, 2026, 01:29:19 PMQuote from: FFC1987 on January 07, 2026, 11:02:37 AMQuote from: Baszab on January 07, 2026, 10:56:36 AMIn the minds of our simple money men in the Us of A - Fulham are doing OK - why overspend in January - why risk breaching the financial rules ?
If we're lingering down the bottom then we would panic spend like WHU
BTW - they are not that simple, they made the dosh in the first place !
Losing their no.1 asset due to this should be putting fire in their bellies really....and acknowledging that they failed in areas in the previous window which is considered a far 'easier' window. I'd say the recruitment team have some serious question marks over their heads.
One thing the club has been is consistent in their spending the last 6 or 7 years. Not saying they don't have more, but maybe the reality is Marco wants more than the club can give him. And we have to acknowledge, transfer prices have been terribly inflated the last couple of years.
I'm not going to go further back. I'm judging it on the last window and whilst it was disastrous, they had a limited amount they needed to do, and ample time to do it, but failed in some key areas I'd say which let Marco down to some extent. I think there's a lot more urgency now as that's probably been highlighted to them. Especially via Marco in pressers after the window and continually since.
I don't think this is a matter of Marco asking for what isn't there as high value bids were made and not actualised. So either the club was doing a westham of old, or they had the money and just couldn't get the deals over the line. (something I do sympathise with).
It would be interesting to go back and see what those high value bids finally went for. I feel like I remember getting outbid several times on what was already a high bid from us. I also believe we have a lot of players on very high wages - part of the problem of primarily signing older experienced players. Probably makes it slightly difficult to put together enticing packages to players on the fence about coming here.
Quote from: ArcticOctopus on January 07, 2026, 02:09:13 PMQuote from: FFC1987 on January 07, 2026, 01:58:11 PMQuote from: ArcticOctopus on January 07, 2026, 01:29:19 PMQuote from: FFC1987 on January 07, 2026, 11:02:37 AMQuote from: Baszab on January 07, 2026, 10:56:36 AMIn the minds of our simple money men in the Us of A - Fulham are doing OK - why overspend in January - why risk breaching the financial rules ?
If we're lingering down the bottom then we would panic spend like WHU
BTW - they are not that simple, they made the dosh in the first place !
Losing their no.1 asset due to this should be putting fire in their bellies really....and acknowledging that they failed in areas in the previous window which is considered a far 'easier' window. I'd say the recruitment team have some serious question marks over their heads.
One thing the club has been is consistent in their spending the last 6 or 7 years. Not saying they don't have more, but maybe the reality is Marco wants more than the club can give him. And we have to acknowledge, transfer prices have been terribly inflated the last couple of years.
I'm not going to go further back. I'm judging it on the last window and whilst it was disastrous, they had a limited amount they needed to do, and ample time to do it, but failed in some key areas I'd say which let Marco down to some extent. I think there's a lot more urgency now as that's probably been highlighted to them. Especially via Marco in pressers after the window and continually since.
I don't think this is a matter of Marco asking for what isn't there as high value bids were made and not actualised. So either the club was doing a westham of old, or they had the money and just couldn't get the deals over the line. (something I do sympathise with).
It would be interesting to go back and see what those high value bids finally went for. I feel like I remember getting outbid several times on what was already a high bid from us. I also believe we have a lot of players on very high wages - part of the problem of primarily signing older experienced players. Probably makes it slightly difficult to put together enticing packages to players on the fence about coming here.
The ones I was referencing didn't move. Can;t exactly remember the names but one was someone who recently moved and was part of the Marinakis racket?
Quote from: ArcticOctopus on January 07, 2026, 02:04:31 PMQuote from: JimmyConway on January 07, 2026, 01:46:15 PMQuote from: ArcticOctopus on January 07, 2026, 01:29:19 PMQuote from: FFC1987 on January 07, 2026, 11:02:37 AMQuote from: Baszab on January 07, 2026, 10:56:36 AMIn the minds of our simple money men in the Us of A - Fulham are doing OK - why overspend in January - why risk breaching the financial rules ?
If we're lingering down the bottom then we would panic spend like WHU
BTW - they are not that simple, they made the dosh in the first place !
Losing their no.1 asset due to this should be putting fire in their bellies really....and acknowledging that they failed in areas in the previous window which is considered a far 'easier' window. I'd say the recruitment team have some serious question marks over their heads.
One thing the club has been is consistent in their spending the last 6 or 7 years. Not saying they don't have more, but maybe the reality is Marco wants more than the club can give him. And we have to acknowledge, transfer prices have been terribly inflated the last couple of years.
Think the last 6 or 7 years is further proof of our poor scouting network when you look at how more than a few rivals seem to find talent at relatively decent prices? Muniz possibly being the only one we have unearthed who might have gone for an considerable transfer last summer? Now I do understand since Marco has been manager he tends to go more oven ready so you will have to pay a premium like we have say Andersen Berge Bassey Iwobi who are unlikely to be sold at a profit if they leave before contract up? Paying premium for say a Palhinha can work for you if they are good footballers at the right age of course. Of the home bred looks like King & Ridgeon will both have elite suitors so hopefully good transfer fees?
But part of that has to be Marco. He's gone on record saying he prefers older, experienced players or refurb projects. I think the club has supported him on that and now, to an extent, Marco is reaping what he's sowed.
He's been on record saying this was a pre-agreed plan as a club. All on the same page with it. And so far it's working.
There was a whole interview on it this year.
Plan:
1. Get promoted with a cohesive squad of experienced players and not overdo changes ✅
2. Stay in the league and continue to sign experienced and/or established premier league players ready to contribute right away✅
3. Once established as a prem club begin to lower the age of the squad steadily whilst maintaining a blend of experience and youth ✅ (Bassey, Cuenca,ESR,Kevin,JKA,Chuk + integrate King)
Stage 3 is where Marco himself has said we've been transitioning into , and now and that's why we've seen us start to sprinkle younger players into an established premier league team whilst moving on from the likes of Willian, Vini, Pereira etc.
Sales of players like Stansfield and good windfalls for Mitro and Palhinha have helped be a part of such changes to the point I understand it the issue isnt FFP really any more as we have money to spend , but SCR. Given we look set to remove wages of people like Adama and Raul + potentially TC,Reed and maybe Diop in the summer. There's plenty scope there for lowering our wage bill and replacing with lower waged younger players from a abroad or our own academy, without disrupting our first team.
Seems smart business to me
I'm not sure I can argue again with some of the flaws from the summer window. If you think it was good, good for you, but I can't share in that unfortunately and I don't think Marco does either. I think its probably why we're looking, really, active this window compared to others as well.
I don't think it was good. I just don't think we can expect much more. Especially with only AP as an outgoing last year. Maybe we should expect the club to be better bargain hunters but is there any club in the EPL who's achieving that currently? Overspending seems to be the name of the game.
It's the reality we're stuck with.
On a related note, I just read that with the SCR rules a club can spend up to 115% of revenue for a number of years. So maybe there is room for some additional wages.
Quote from: FFC1987 on January 07, 2026, 03:27:38 PMI'm not sure I can argue again with some of the flaws from the summer window. If you think it was good, good for you, but I can't share in that unfortunately and I don't think Marco does either. I think its probably why we're looking, really, active this window compared to others as well.
Not sure who this is in response to.
If me I didn't say anything about the window itself so maybe it isn't for me.
That said I think the signings we did make were good and fit the plan of sprinkling youth into an established team. And I believe they will pay off long term.
From what I've seen of JKA I don't see why he shouldn't have had more minutes than he has, so that's a Silva choice. We took a risk on a rated youngster who we hoped to be third choice most of the time.
My Gripe with the summer was whilst I'm glad we got who we did,for whatever reason it did come very late which isn't ideal. But we left ourselves a bit short at CM which would be less of an issue if we hadn't had the AFCON stuff as have always said Iwobi has the ability to be a good 8. That was the main oversight. Otherwise I'm already happy with the squad and don't think it needs much else to compete when most are fit, as we're seeing.
We've recalled Tanton & Dibley-Dias from Chesterfield and Luke Harris from Oxford so they're either going back into the youth teams or we've got other loans lined up for them. DD is injured I think so not sure if he's going to be out for a while yet.
Quote from: Deeping_white on January 07, 2026, 04:13:25 PMWe've recalled Tanton & Dibley-Dias from Chesterfield and Luke Harris from Oxford so they're either going back into the youth teams or we've got other loans lined up for them. DD is injured I think so not sure if he's going to be out for a while yet.
Jheez what is going on at chesterfield. Our youth keep going there and getting injured and they often seem to have lengthy issues in their squads.
Harris it looks like it's just not gonna happen for him as wed hoped. Maybe he'll get a permanent move somewhere lower down the league ladder.
https://x.com/i/status/2008930082111315990
That's £34m
Fine if large portion is in add-ons
Otherwise that's too big a risk imo. Like the player though
Quote from: FFC007 on January 07, 2026, 10:34:01 AMhttps://x.com/FulhamTransfer/status/2008836774479761622?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Etweet
Yessss. A rumour at last. Breaks up the pages of non transfer related drivel.
https://x.com/i/status/2008926637744591241
Quote from: jayffc on January 07, 2026, 04:20:49 PMhttps://x.com/i/status/2008930082111315990
That's £34m
Fine if large portion is in add-ons
Otherwise that's too big a risk imo. Like the player though
That's a lot of money just for a conversation. It would have to be seriously sparkling for that price-tag.
Quote from: jayffc on January 07, 2026, 04:27:07 PMhttps://x.com/i/status/2008926637744591241
Oh well :slap:
Quote from: bencher on January 07, 2026, 04:45:25 PMQuote from: jayffc on January 07, 2026, 04:20:49 PMhttps://x.com/i/status/2008930082111315990
That's £34m
Fine if large portion is in add-ons
Otherwise that's too big a risk imo. Like the player though
That's a lot of money just for a conversation. It would have to be seriously sparkling for that price-tag.
£35m to talk. Add £50m to go on a date with him. Add £100m for him to play for us.
Quote from: jayffc on January 07, 2026, 04:20:49 PMhttps://x.com/i/status/2008930082111315990
That's £34m
Fine if large portion is in add-ons
Otherwise that's too big a risk imo. Like the player though
If we have to pay that sort of price, would we be better served going for Strand-Larsen reportedly available circs £40k.
That is of course if we are taking things seriously.
Quote from: Jims Dentist on January 07, 2026, 08:20:34 PMQuote from: jayffc on January 07, 2026, 04:20:49 PMhttps://x.com/i/status/2008930082111315990
That's £34m
Fine if large portion is in add-ons
Otherwise that's too big a risk imo. Like the player though
If we have to pay that sort of price, would we be better served going for Strand-Larsen reportedly available circs £40k.
That is of course if we are taking things seriously.
Not for me, no.
35m for Pepi or 40m for Strand Larsen would be an absolute pants pulling. I really hope we don't do that.
Mitrovic was around 45-50m even accounting for the stupid inflated fees extracted from the Middle Eastern clubs.
Quote from: SimonDaviesEnjoyer on January 07, 2026, 10:51:41 PM35m for Pepi or 40m for Strand Larsen would be an absolute pants pulling. I really hope we don't do that.
Mitrovic was around 45-50m even accounting for the stupid inflated fees extracted from the Middle Eastern clubs.
I can see 30m with 5m add-ons being charged for pepi. Young scorers in champs league club scoring 1 in 2 generally. Ya pay a hefty premium when players show that form I'm Europe
and are sub 23.
Mitro was 28/29
Sadly this is commonly the way of the world. Way to get em cheaper is to buy them when out of form or when they're that shade younger before they fully break through - like JKA. But then ya bit getting someone likely to immediately make an impact.
https://twitter.com/SkySportsLyall/status/2009258845588079031
Quote from: IloveFFC on Today at 01:47:46 PMhttps://twitter.com/SkySportsLyall/status/2009258845588079031
We already don't have quality depth in the midfield, selling our skipper now would be terrible especially as we'd probably only get £2m-£3m max from him.
Quote from: demeant0r on Today at 02:00:48 PMQuote from: IloveFFC on Today at 01:47:46 PMhttps://twitter.com/SkySportsLyall/status/2009258845588079031
We already don't have quality depth in the midfield, selling our skipper now would be terrible especially as we'd probably only get £2m-£3m max from him.
I would imagine this is a non-starter for several reasons, firstly as you say depth, secondly he's the best tempo dictator we have and thirdly why would we sell our club captain mid-season when he's actively contributing to the teams success? Sure I can see it in the summer but definitely not now unless they offer him mega bucks and us north of £10m which clearly won't happen on both counts
Quote from: jayffc on January 07, 2026, 04:15:39 PMQuote from: Deeping_white on January 07, 2026, 04:13:25 PMWe've recalled Tanton & Dibley-Dias from Chesterfield and Luke Harris from Oxford so they're either going back into the youth teams or we've got other loans lined up for them. DD is injured I think so not sure if he's going to be out for a while yet.
Jheez what is going on at chesterfield. Our youth keep going there and getting injured and they often seem to have lengthy issues in their squads.
Harris it looks like it's just not gonna happen for him as wed hoped. Maybe he'll get a permanent move somewhere lower down the league ladder.
Quote from: MickTheBeard on Today at 04:03:53 PMQuote from: jayffc on January 07, 2026, 04:15:39 PMQuote from: Deeping_white on January 07, 2026, 04:13:25 PMWe've recalled Tanton & Dibley-Dias from Chesterfield and Luke Harris from Oxford so they're either going back into the youth teams or we've got other loans lined up for them. DD is injured I think so not sure if he's going to be out for a while yet.
Jheez what is going on at chesterfield. Our youth keep going there and getting injured and they often seem to have lengthy issues in their squads.
Harris it looks like it's just not gonna happen for him as wed hoped. Maybe he'll get a permanent move somewhere lower down the league ladder.
Quote from: jayffc on January 07, 2026, 04:15:39 PMQuote from: Deeping_white on January 07, 2026, 04:13:25 PMWe've recalled Tanton & Dibley-Dias from Chesterfield and Luke Harris from Oxford so they're either going back into the youth teams or we've got other loans lined up for them. DD is injured I think so not sure if he's going to be out for a while yet.
Jheez what is going on at chesterfield. Our youth keep going there and getting injured and they often seem to have lengthy issues in their squads.
Harris it looks like it's just not gonna happen for him as wed hoped. Maybe he'll get a permanent move somewhere lower down the league ladder.
Didley dias was injured at Northampton and sent back he he then went out on loan to chesterfield and hurt his knee and sent back he has a contract till 2027 it's his third loan always injured infact he has been often injured for 18s and 21s was highly thought of,I would have thought by the surgeons.Tanton is 22 has played for chesterfield 1st half of season recently been sub quite athletic but light weight,clubs have accused chesterfield of having about 8 loans getting other clubs pay their wages and they chop and change maybe that's why we are taking him back.
Quote from: jayffc on January 07, 2026, 04:15:39 PMQuote from: Deeping_white on January 07, 2026, 04:13:25 PMWe've recalled Tanton & Dibley-Dias from Chesterfield and Luke Harris from Oxford so they're either going back into the youth teams or we've got other loans lined up for them. DD is injured I think so not sure if he's going to be out for a while yet.
Jheez what is going on at chesterfield. Our youth keep going there and getting injured and they often seem to have lengthy issues in their squads.
Harris it looks like it's just not gonna happen for him as wed hoped. Maybe he'll get a permanent move somewhere lower down the league ladder.
In the Squad for Middlesbrough?