Friday Fulham Stuff - 23/01/26...

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Statement on online abuse of Rodrigo Muniz
The Fulham Supporters' Trust would like to send our support to the family and friends of Rodrigo Muniz following the sentencing of a man this afternoon for racially abusing the Fulham forward. Rodrigo's achievements since joining Fulham Football Club should be celebrated rather than denigrated.

There is no place for discrimination in sport or society. The Trust would like to thank Fulham Football Club's Equality, Diversity and Inclusion team, the Premier League, UK Football Policing Unit, Cumbria Police and the Metropolitan Police for their efforts in ensuring the perpetrator of this crime will now face the consequences of their actions.

The Trust are proud of our work on equality, diversity and inclusion over the past two decades and will continue to work with Fulham Football Club to make sure that the beautiful game remains welcoming and accessible to all.



https://www.fulhamsupporterstrust.com/news/2026/01/statement-on-online-abuse-of-rodrigo-muniz/

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Fulham face race against time to extend Harry Wilson deal
Fulham face a pressure situation with regards to Harry Wilson's contract situation as Everton and Leeds United circle the Welshman.

According to TEAMtalk, Fulham are coming under pressure to find a solution to Harry Wilson's contractual situation. Not only is the Welsh attacker's deal expiring in the summer, but Leeds United and Everton are already circling to find a way to convince the player to make the move away from Craven Cottage.

There were rumours back in the summer heavily linking Harry Wilson with a departure. In hindsight, a decision to sell him then would have made sense given his contract will expire in the summer of 2026, which did leave the Cottagers with an opportunity to cash in.

Moreover, Fulham made late moves for Samuel Chukwueze and Kevin to shore up the wide areas, which may have made Wilson dispensable. However, the Welshman has enjoyed a tremendous season by contributing to 13 goals, including 11 in the Premier League alone.

Harry Wilson has been Fulham's best attacker this season, and at the moment, offloading him will make the club look silly. Fulham have been angling for a new contract since the end of last summer's window, and it appears Wilson already has a contract offer from the club on the table, which remains without his signature.

Fulham face a race against time to find an agreement with the player or risk losing him on a free transfer. Everton and Leeds United are already circling to sign the Welsh wide man, probably as a summer target rather than in the present moment.

Will Fulham renew Harry Wilson's deal?
Fulham are certainly facing a pressure situation to get a deal in place with Wilson and his camp, with the general expectation that the club to get it done before the end of the month. Amid heavy interest in Oscar Bobb and the Cottagers' position as the favourites to land the Manchester City winger, there may be concerns from the Wilson camp about losing his place in Marco Silva's side.

However, Fulham are reportedly insisting that Bobb is seen more as a replacement for West Ham United-linked Adama Traore, who is widely expected to join the Hammers this month. It remains to be seen whether Harry Wilson and his camp are about to sign on the new deal or delay a decision to gauge the interest from other suitors, such as Everton or Leeds United, moving forward.



https://thehardtackle.com/transfer-news/2026/01/22/fulham-face-race-against-time-to-extend-harry-wilson-deal/

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Talks opened: Aston Villa now pushing to sign ex-Fulham star after being offered deal
Aston Villa are currently in talks over the structure of a potential deal for one ex-Fulham star after being offered the chance to sign him, according to a new report.

Aston Villa eye new midfielder after Boubacar Kamara injury
Villa are scrambling for midfield cover after losing Boubacar Kamara for the rest of the season, and they've set their sights on a few interesting targets.

Kamara lasted just nine minutes in their FA Cup win over Spurs before hobbling off with a devastating knee problem that'll keep him out for Villa's final 16 Premier League matches.

It's a nightmare blow for the French midfielder, who already missed eight months in 2024 with a ruptured ACL.

Now, boss Unai Emery needs a replacement fast. Reports suggest Villa are eyeing former Chelsea man Ruben Loftus-Cheek as one option, following his struggle for game time under new AC Milan boss Max Allegri this season.

The 29-year-old's managed just 1,190 minutes in 23 appearances for the Italian giants, making him gettable, but Romano has reported that Milan are attempting to tie Loftus-Cheek down with a new deal to stop him leaving on the cheap.

Milan have slapped a £13m price tag on him, according to Italian newspaper Corriere dello Sport (via Milan Reports). That's way cheaper than what Villa would've paid for Conor Gallagher before Spurs nicked him for £34m earlier this month.

Romano also reported this evening that Villa are weighing up a potential reunion with Douglas Luiz, who'd re-join the Midlands side on loan from Juventus after terminating his current Nottingham Forest spell.

That being said, they face stiff competition from Chelsea for the Brazilian, with both sides considering a temporary deal.

Villa are also said to have made an approach for Club Brugge star Raphael Onyedika (Sacha Tavolieri), but Turkish Süper Lig champions Galatasaray are believed to be the frontrunners there.

Going back to Lofus-Cheek, The Mail and journalist Simon Jones have shared a key update.

Aston Villa hopeful of Loftus-Cheek deal with talks ongoing
According to their information, the ex-Fulham and Crystal Palace star remains a key target for Emery, and talks are ongoing over the structure of a potential deal.

Villa are accelerating efforts to bring Loftus-Cheek back to the Premier League from Milan as they scramble for midfield reinforcement, with the club apparently 'pressing ahead' with a move.

The Mail, contrary to Romano's report on new deal talks, also says Villa have been offered the chance to sign the Englishman.

Loftus-Cheek represents an experienced option who knows English football inside out following his lengthy Chelsea career, plus his loan spells at Palace and Fulham.

Milan are allegedly willing to sell after the England international struggled for consistent minutes under Allegri, having started just eight of his 19 Serie A matches.

This suggests his Rossoneri future looks uncertain, potentially making negotiations smoother for Villa.

Villa aren't putting all their eggs in one basket, though.

The Mail reiterate that Luiz has been offered back to his old club alongside Club Brugge's Onyedika.

The Luiz option would represent a remarkable U-turn after Villa sold him to Juventus for £42m in 2024, but his familiarity with Emery's system could prove tempting.

Villa face crucial decisions with the transfer deadline fast approaching.

Getting Kamara's replacement wrong could derail their entire season, so this is pivotal call.



https://www.footballfancast.com/aston-villa-now-pushing-to-sign-loftus-cheek-after-being-offered-deal/

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Fulham join race to sign Noa Lang
Fulham are interested in signing the Napoli attacker Noa Lang during the January transfer window.

They hope to add more depth to the attacking unit, and the 26-year-old could be a useful acquisition. According to a report from Gianluca Di Marzio, the London club is looking to sign the 26-year-old before the window closes, and it will be interesting to see if they submit an offer for him. Fulham tried to sign the player before he joined Napoli.

They have done quite well this season, and they are pushing for a place in the top half. They need more quality in the final third, and the 26-year-old would be a useful acquisition for them. The opportunity to move to the Premier League could be exciting for Lang as well. It would be a step up in his career, and he would get to test himself in English football.

Noa Lang could be a useful signing
He has the physical and technical attributes for Premier League football, and it remains to be seen whether he can make an immediate impact if the move goes through. Fulham have a talented squad, but they need more depth to sustain their current run of form. It is no surprise that they are looking at attacking reinforcements. They have been linked with multiple attackers in recent days. It will be interesting to see if they can bring in the right additions before the January window closes.

It remains to be seen whether Napoli is prepared to sanction his departure in the middle of the season. They are pushing for the league title, and they might not want to weaken the team.

Meanwhile, Napoli are hoping to sign the Verona attacker Giovane. They will only be able to get the deal across the line if they manage to get rid of a player. Lang has been identified as an expendable asset. He is attracting attention from clubs in Turkey as well. It will be interesting to see where he ends up eventually. It is clear that Napoli are looking at other players, and it would be wise for the 26-year-old to move on.



https://thehardtackle.com/transfer-news/2026/01/23/fulham-join-race-to-sign-noa-lang/