Hangeland and Hughes close to agreeing new deals

[NorthernWhite]

Although the incomings have been quiet, this would be fantastic news if they both commit to new deals. A CB pairing of the above and Senderos with potentially Dan Burn to come should mean we're covered here for a good couple of years.

http://www.fulhamchronicle.co.uk/fulham-fc/2012/08/13/exclusive-fulham-duo-close-to-agreeing-new-deals-82029-31610765/


Exclusive: Fulham duo close to agreeing new deals

Brede HangelandFULHAM boss Martin Jol hopes to tie down Brede Hangeland and Aaron Hughes to new deals in the next month.

The defensive duo have been instrumental in transforming the club into an established top-10 side in the past few years, but are both in the final 12 months of their contracts at Craven Cottage.

However, the Whites have opened talks with the pair about extending their stays in SW6.

And Jol hopes they will join Stephen Kelly and Alex Kacaniklic in committing their long-term futures to Fulham.

"We're talking to Brede and Aaron Hughes as well to give them an extension," he told the Chronicle.

"Hopefully they will sign it in the next month or so. They've been brilliant for us."


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[Whiteroom]

I think Hangeland is probably my favourite Fulham player. Exemplary in all areas. He also seems like a really nice, honest guy. Great news. Hughes isn't bad either!

[Berserker]

Agree excellant FC players, great attitude towards the club

[chiefo]

A great example of what is good about our club.

[Mr Fulham]

Hughes is my man crush :004:

[cottage cheese]

just one problem


why as a club do we operate in dealing with contracts during the summer when the players have a year to go.

Really wish the club would pull its finger out and actually offered deals to brede, dempsey and dembele last summer.  Regardless of the season just been, these three are our key players and we will be very very very lucky to get over £8 million for dempsey and dembele i fear.

[AlFayedsChequebook]

just one problem


why as a club do we operate in dealing with contracts during the summer when the players have a year to go.

Really wish the club would pull its finger out and actually offered deals to brede, dempsey and dembele last summer.  Regardless of the season just been, these three are our key players and we will be very very very lucky to get over £8 million for dempsey and dembele i fear.

Who says we didnt?

There is also the problem of wage budget inflation - if we keep giving people new contracts every year, the wage bill will go up - Why would a player sign a contract for less than they are on now?

The final point would be that with the change in managers, Fulham have been in flux over the last 3 years. Now with Jol we have some stability and can sort out who is in FFCs future plans.

[rusty shackleford]

Hangeland is probably my favourite Fulham player ever. Total pro

[alexbishop]

Hopefully they'll both pen a deal that will see them until the end of their respective careers. Even if in a couple years they are no longer first team starters then they'll still be an incredible influence on our crop of youths.

[AlFayedsChequebook]

Hopefully they'll both pen a deal that will see them until the end of their respective careers. Even if in a couple years they are no longer first team starters then they'll still be an incredible influence on our crop of youths.

I reckon Hangeland can continue to play regularly up to about the age of 35. Lets hope it is with Fulham.

If he signs a new contract, it is pretty much Legendary status assured? Surely?

[Berserker]

Definitely agree with that AFC

[cebu]

Hopefully they'll both pen a deal that will see them until the end of their respective careers. Even if in a couple years they are no longer first team starters then they'll still be an incredible influence on our crop of youths.

I reckon Hangeland can continue to play regularly up to about the age of 35. Lets hope it is with Fulham.

If he signs a new contract, it is pretty much Legendary status assured? Surely?

Absolutely true - but I'm hoping Aaron signs an extension too.

[HatterDon]

Hopefully they'll both pen a deal that will see them until the end of their respective careers. Even if in a couple years they are no longer first team starters then they'll still be an incredible influence on our crop of youths.

I reckon Hangeland can continue to play regularly up to about the age of 35. Lets hope it is with Fulham.

I agree, AFC. Like Danny Murphy, his game isn't based on pace. Instead, it's based on discipline, focus, and SMARTS. Barring injury I can see him playing at the top flight until at least 35.

[AlFayedsChequebook]

Hopefully they'll both pen a deal that will see them until the end of their respective careers. Even if in a couple years they are no longer first team starters then they'll still be an incredible influence on our crop of youths.

I reckon Hangeland can continue to play regularly up to about the age of 35. Lets hope it is with Fulham.

I agree, AFC. Like Danny Murphy, his game isn't based on pace. Instead, it's based on discipline, focus, and SMARTS. Barring injury I can see him playing at the top flight until at least 35.

This is my thinking.

The only problem I can see is that he suffers from the effects of being so tall and his body starts to break down. His injury record would make this seem unlikely however.

[MasterHaynes]

Getting these extensions sorted before the season starts avoids so much press speculation which unsettles everyone, especially where Hangeland is concerned.If we can get this doen and dusted before kick off on Saturday could be some of the best business concluded this summer.