Wednesday Fulham Stuff (28/07/10)...

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http://www.fulham-mad.co.uk/news/tmnw/fayed_seeks_hughes_talks_540789/index.shtml
Fayed Seeks Hughes Talks

Fulham chairman Mohamed Al Fayed is seeking talks with former Manchester City boss Mark Hughes.
The Guardian reports that Al Fayed has sought talks with Mark Hughes over the managerial vacancy at Fulham, as he broadens his search in the wake of the failure to prise Martin Jol from Ajax.

The Fulham chairman also has Sven-Goran Eriksson and Ottmar Hitzfeld on the shortlist to succeed Roy Hodgson, who has left for Liverpool, but he is keen to know whether Hughes, the former Manchester City, Blackburn Rovers and Wales manager, can be tempted before he makes a firm move.

Eriksson, who has the offer of another contract with Ivory Coast on the table, had hoped to hear from Fulham at the weekend to invite him in for discussions.

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http://www.fulham-mad.co.uk/news/tmnw/fayed_seeks_hughes_talks_540789/index.shtml
Fayed Seeks Hughes Talks

Fulham chairman Mohamed Al Fayed is seeking talks with former Manchester City boss Mark Hughes.
The Guardian reports that Al Fayed has sought talks with Mark Hughes over the managerial vacancy at Fulham, as he broadens his search in the wake of the failure to prise Martin Jol from Ajax.

The Fulham chairman also has Sven-Goran Eriksson and Ottmar Hitzfeld on the shortlist to succeed Roy Hodgson, who has left for Liverpool, but he is keen to know whether Hughes, the former Manchester City, Blackburn Rovers and Wales manager, can be tempted before he makes a firm move.

Eriksson, who has the offer of another contract with Ivory Coast on the table, had hoped to hear from Fulham at the weekend to invite him in for discussions.

Please pull the trigger and make this happen.

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http://www.southlondon-today.co.uk/tn/Sport.cfm?id=26749&headline=Palace
Palace boss considering signing ex-Fulham keeper

CRYSTAL Palace boss George Burley says he is mulling over offering former Fulham keeper Wes Foderingham a deal.

The shotstopper played for Bromley against the Eagles in their 0-0 friendly draw last night and pulled off a string of excellent saves to deny the Championship side.

Afterwards Burley revealed that Foderingham had been training with Palace for the past few weeks.

He said: "He is a young keeper we're looking to take on board as our third-choice. He got released by Fulham and he's been training with us the last two-three weeks. He's done well."

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http://www.onlinecasinonews.com/ocnv2_1/article/article.asp?id=24874
Bookies tipping Hughes for Fulham post

Former Blackburn and Manchester City manager Mark Hughes has emerged as the bookmakers' favourite to take over at English Premier League club Fulham following the recent departure of Roy Hodgson to Liverpool.

After a distinguished playing career with the likes of Manchester United, Barcelona and Chelsea, Hughes moved into management with Wales in 1999 before progressing into the English Premier League with Blackburn Rovers in 2004. Four years later he was named as the boss of free-spending Manchester City and guided the side to tenth spot during his first season on charge before being sacked seven months later.

SkyBet.com is offering odds of 11/10 on 46-year-old Hughes being named the new manager for Fulham while WilliamHill.com, Bet365.com, BetFred.com, Ladbrokes.com, StanJames.com, VictorChandler.com, Coral.co.uk and PaddyPower.com show 6/4.

Regarded as one of the most talented young British football managers around, Hughes would have to relocate from the northwest of England to London in order to manage Fulham but this may not be a problem considering the rumoured money on offer. BlueSq.com and 888Sport.com shows odds of 7/4 on the Welshman taking over at Craven Cottage while punters can get 19/10 from Betfair.com.

Another name possibly in the running is former England, Mexico and Ivory Coast boss Sven-Goran Eriksson. The Swede already has an offer on the table from the Ivory Coast but is hoping to speak to Fulham Chairman Mohamed Al Fayed about the possibility of a return to management in the English Premier League.

SkyBet.com has the 62-year-old at odds of 13/8 to be named as the latest Fulham manager this season followed by Ladbrokes.com, StanJames.com and PaddyPower.com offering 2/1.

Slightly longer, 888Sport.com, WilliamHill.com, BetFred.com and BlueSq.com are going with 9/4 on Eriksson being the new boss of 'The Cottagers' while bettors can get 5/2 at Coral.co.uk and VictorChandler.com alongside 76/25 from Betfair.com.

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http://www.fulhamfc.com/Club/News/NewsArticles/2010/July/CateringFansForum.aspx?
Catering Fans Forum

Fulham Football Club is delighted to announce that it will be hosting a catering Fans Forum at Craven Cottage on the evening of Monday 9th August at 6:30pm.

Last year's Fans Forums produced some lively debate concerning public catering at Craven Cottage. Ahead of the new season we would now like to take this discussion one step further and host an evening dedicated to reviewing our current catering offer. We will also be canvassing opinion on any improvements that can be made to our service as we embark upon the 2010/11 season.

Guests will be treated to complimentary snacks and drinks from the current catering menu. There will also be some exciting new products available to sample over the course of the evening.

In addition to assessing the quality of food & drink, we will also be looking for feedback on other aspects of stadium catering including prices, promotions, outlets and customer service.

If you are interested in attending the Forum, then we would also like to offer you the chance to complete a Mystery Shopping Assignment at our pre-season friendly match against Werder Bremen on Saturday 7th August.

We will provide you with a complimentary match ticket along with a Mystery Shopping Form that can be completed on the day of the game. All we ask is that you bring your completed forms along to the Fans Forum, where your findings will help to form part of the discussion.

The Fans Forum is open to all. However, please note that as places are limited attendance will be by invitation only. In the event that places are oversubscribed, supporters will be selected at random from those who are able to complete a Mystery Shopping Assignment at the Werder Bremen game.

If you would like to get your teeth into catering, please email Supporter Relations at [email protected] providing your name & Client Reference Number. If you prefer, you can request a place by calling 0870 442 1222 (option 4).

To aid us in planning the event, when you contact us please provide details of any items that you would like to see included in the Fans Forum agenda. Please also indicate if you are able to complete a Mystery Shopping Assignment and would like to receive a complimentary ticket to the Werder Bremen game, indicating your preferred area of the stadium.

Invitations will be sent out by email and will include more detailed information on the Fans Forum schedule, Werder Bremen tickets and Mystery Shopping. These will be sent out in the week leading up to the game.

Supporters who are unable to attend can still take part in the debate by submitting questions or comments on catering to [email protected].

Read more: http://www.fulhamfc.com/Club/News/NewsArticles/2010/July/CateringFansForum.aspx?#ixzz0uy9DPlBu

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http://www.eatsleepsport.com/fulham/keeper-set-to-stay-1081061.html
Keeper set to stay

Fulham may have missed their chance to cash in on Mark Schwarzer as Arsenal have turned their attentions to Federico Marchetti.

The Gunners have had one bid of £2m for the 37-year-old Schwarzer turned down already with Fulham holding out for closer to £4m but they may not get it now that Marchetti has become available.

Cagliari have put him up for sale but the keeper, who replaced the injured Gianluigi Buffon in Italy's opening World Cup match and then kept the shirt, believes they have priced him out of a move to Sampdoria, who have had an offer turned down.

That leaves the door open for Arsenal who are looking for a new number one after losing patience with Manuel Almunia and seeing offers for Schwarzer turned down.

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http://www.mirrorfootball.co.uk/news/Transfer-news-Arsenal-still-looking-to-Fulhams-Mark-Schwarzer-rather-than-Federico-Marchetti-to-solve-keeper-crisis-article538769.html
Arsenal still looking to Schwarzer rather than Marchetti to solve keeper crisis

Mark Schwarzer remains Arsenal's number one goalkeeper target - despite reports in the today's papers linking the Gunners with a £5.5m bid for Italian Federico Marchetti.

Read more: http://www.mirrorfootball.co.uk/news/Transfer-news-Arsenal-still-looking-to-Fulhams-Mark-Schwarzer-rather-than-Federico-Marchetti-to-solve-keeper-crisis-article538769.html#ixzz0uyFgAhkG
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http://www.fulhamfc.com/Club/News/NewsArticles/2010/July/NationalFutsalTournament.aspx?
National Futsal Winners



Aspire 2 Move is a locally-run project delivered by the Fulham Football Club Foundation, targeting young women (between 12 and 21), aiming to involve them in positive activities and get them physically active through dance and sport.

Last season, the Fulham Aspire 2 Move football team entered the national Futsal (South American five-a-side football) regional tournament which was organised for girls aged 14-16.

The girls met some fierce competition on the day but were victorious, winning 3-0 in the final, ultimately qualifying for the National Finals.

Teams from the North West, East Midlands, Wales as well as the Fulham Football Club Foundation Aspire 2 Move team from London competed for the honour of becoming the StreetGames National Futsal champions. The final was hosted at Manchester United FC's prestigious Carrington Road training ground.

The Aspire 2 Move girls team reached the final and beat the Wales One team 2-0, to be crowned girls National Futsal winners for the 09/10 season.

The team had an invaluable experience and deserved recognition for all of their hard work.

Jemima Morris, ProActive West London Partnership Development Manager, commented:

"It was great to see so many girls participating in Futsal and getting involved at a regional and national level. Taking part and copmpeting in sport really helps to build confidence and self esteem, particularly in vulnerable young people and Fulham Football Club is doing some great work with girls to provide them with many sports opportunities."

Read more: http://www.fulhamfc.com/Club/News/NewsArticles/2010/July/NationalFutsalTournament.aspx?#ixzz0uyKBZhNp

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http://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-1298276/Mark-Hughes-set-Fulham-job.html?
Mark Hughes close to deal over taking charge of Fulham

Fulham are closing in on naming Mark Hughes as their new manager.

The Cottagers are without a boss as they prepare for the new season after Roy Hodgson's move to Liverpool earlier in the summer.

They suffered a major blow in their bid to replace him with Martin Jol's decision to eventually stay with Ajax over a return to the Barclays Premier League.

But Fulham are now close to unveiling Hughes as their new man despite Sven Goran Eriksson's emergence as a contender.

Hughes has been out of work since being sacked by Manchester City last year but is highly-rated in the game.

Fulham owner Mohammed Al Fayed is keen to sustain Fulham's progress after they went all the way to the Europa League final last season.

Hughes, who initially impressed at City after fine work at Blackburn, is keen to return to management and views Fulham as an ideal post.

However, with just over two weeks until the start of the season, he will have to work quickly in the transfer market if he wants to rebuild their squad.


Read more: http://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-1298276/Mark-Hughes-set-Fulham-job.html?#ixzz0uyKYsPdp

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http://www.fulham.vitalfootball.co.uk/article.asp?a=206450
Fulham Manager - will it be Hughes?
Rumours are growing that Mark Hughes will be the next Fulham manager.

Hughes has been out of work since Manchester City moved him out in order to accommodate Roberto Mancini.

Despite Sven Goran Eriksson's name being bandied about its seems that Hughes is now favourite according to the bookmakers.

SkyBet.com have odds of 11/10 on 46-year-old Hughes being named the new manager.

Ladbrokes.com, StanJames.com,PaddyPower.com and others also have Hughes as favourite ahead of Eriksson.

Whoever takes over though will have to get their skates on with just over 2 weeks to the start of the new season.


Read more: http://www.fulham.vitalfootball.co.uk/article.asp?a=206450#ixzz0uyL0sHUj

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GERA MISSES ROY - SKY REPORT  :012:

Fulham forward Zoltan Gera admits he 'misses' Roy Hodgson, following his defection to Liverpool.

Hodgson worked wonders during his time at Craven Cottage, turning the club from relegation fodder into European challengers.

He helped Fulham to the Europa League final last season and cemented their standing as a resolute and competitive Premier League side.

Hodgson's absence around the club will be keenly felt, especially as his successor is yet to be announced, and Gera has revealed that the atmosphere around the place is different since he left.

"Though Roy Hodgson has gone and we still don't have a manager, we have done well in pre-season," the Hungarian playmaker told Pepsifoci.

"I'll miss him very much because he was an unbelievable coach and took us to the Europa League final."

Interesting
Gera accepts that the Hodgson era must now be left in the past and has already turned his attention to the 2010/11 campaign.

He has been deployed as a striker at times during the Cottagers' pre-season plans and hopes he will be given further opportunities alongside Bobby Zamora once the new season gets underway.

"I enjoy playing right behind him," said Gera.

"It's interesting, that I have played as a forward in some games, but when I train I am always on the left or right.

"Why? I think our coaches want to give our strikers more of a chance. I don't mind that and it makes me more determined to play in my favoured position during the matches."

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http://www.dailystar.co.uk/football/view/146510/Roberto-Donadoni-in-contention-for-Fulham-job/
ROBERTO DONADONI IN CONTENTION FOR FULHAM JOB

ROBERTO DONADONI is a surprise contender for the vacant manager's job at Fulham but they insist they won't rush an appointment after failing to land Ajax boss Martin Jol.

The Dutchman was on a shortlist along with former Manchester City managers Mark Hughes and Sven Goran Eriksson.

But Fulham have decided to widen the search and former Italy coach Donadoni is being looked at.

Donadoni, 46, led Italy to the Euro 2008 quarter-finals but he has been out of work since being sacked by Napoli last October.

Cardiff's Dave Jones and former Bayern Munich and Germany coach Jurgen Klinsmann have also been linked with the job.

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http://www.ealinggazette.co.uk/sport/football-ealing/fulham-fc-ealing/2010/07/28/fulham-rule-out-bradley-and-klinsmann-64767-26950561/?
Fulham rule out Bradley and Klinsmann

ULHAM have ruled Bob Bradley and Jurgen Klinsmann out of the running to become their new boss.

The pair have been linked with the vacant manager's hotseat at Craven Cottage since Roy Hodgson left for Liverpool last month.

But Mohamed Al Fayed and chief executive Alistair Mackintosh have dismissed the possibility of USA coach Bradley and German legend Klinsmann taking over in SW6.

A club insider revealed: "There was never any contact with Klinsmann in the first place."