Thursday Fulham Stuff - 11/12/19...

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Results

Wednesday
Barnsley	1-1	Reading
Birmingham	0-2	QPR
Brentford	2-1	Cardiff
Derby	1-1	Sheff Wed
Swansea	1-1	Blackburn
Wigan	1-1	West Brom

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'Zero plan' – These Fulham fans are turning after Preston loss

Fulham were defeated by Preston on Tuesday night which meant that they lost ground in the chase for the automatic promotion spots.

It was the side's second defeat of the week following on from the home loss to Bristol City and it appears Scott Parker is beginning to come under some pressure.

Fulham went a goal down early doors before Denis Odoi was sent-off after a bad collision. Preston then found themselves down to ten after Joe Rafferty was sent-off.

David Nugent secured the three points for the Lilywhites as Aleksandar Mitrovic could only net a consolation with ten minutes left.

The result now means that Fulham are ten points off second place and are looking over their shoulders more than they are looking upwards.

It's going to be an important Christmas period for the club to ensure that they are in a position to get into the Premier League come May.



https://footballleagueworld.co.uk/zero-plan-these-fulham-fans-are-turning-after-preston-loss/

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'I've had enough', 'Clueless' – Loads of Fulham fans are fuming with Scott Parker after latest loss

Loads of Fulham fans have been discussing the managerial status of Scott Parker after the Whites were beaten for the second time in four days on Tuesday night.

It comes after a run of four consecutive wins launched them back into automatic promotion contention, but after last night's results they now sit ten points off the pace – a gap which could widen with a West Brom win tonight.

Goals from Sean Maguire and David Nugent put opponents Preston North End in control at Deepdale before Aleksandar Mitrovic pulled one back in the second half to make it 2-1.

Both sides were reduced to ten men with Denis Odoi and Joe Rafferty seeing straight red for various idiotic tackles.

But it was clear that it was Preston who wanted this one more, with a distinct lack of intensity apparent within the Fulham ranks.



https://footballleagueworld.co.uk/ive-had-enough-clueless-loads-of-fulham-fans-are-fuming-with-scott-parker-after-latest-loss/

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FA Charge

The Club has been charged with a breach of FA Rule E20 following the EFL Championship fixture against Bristol City FC on Saturday 7 December 2019.

It is alleged that Fulham FC failed to ensure its players conducted themselves in an orderly fashion during the 93rd minute.

The Club has until Friday 13 December 2019 to provide a response.



http://www.fulhamfc.com/news/2019/december/11/fa-charge

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Fulham handed disorderly conduct charge after penalty protests against Bristol City

Fulham felt they should have been given a penalty when Neeskens Kebano went down in injury time

Fulham have been charged with failing to ensure their players conducted themselves in an orderly fashion during their 2-1 Championship loss to Bristol City on Saturday.

The Cottagers felt Neeskens Kebano was fouled in the box in the 93rd minute, but referee Jeremy Simpson did not award a penalty.

It led to heated exchanges with Stefan Johansen and Tom Cairney being booked.

Fulham have until Friday (13 December) to respond to the charge.



https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/50741522

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Parker says Fulham were vacant in the final third after Preston defeat

Fulham manager Scott Parker says he was disappointed with his sides play in the final third after last night's defeat away to Preston North End.

The Cottagers went a goal down after Sean Maguire gave the hosts the lead from a corner in the 23rd minute.

The game became a heated affair as Denis Odoi saw red a couple of minutes later following a shocking flying elbow. Preston full back Joe Rafferty was then also sent packing following a horrific lunge.

Things went from bad to worse for Fulham when football league veteran David Nugent doubled Preston's lead, bundling the ball over the line in the early part of the second half.

Aleksander Mitrovic halved the deficit with the less than 10 minutes left but he could not prevent Fulham's second consecutive defeat.

The loss now means Fulham are 10 points adrift of second place West Brom, and manager Scott Parker said his team simply weren't good enough in offensive half.

He said: "I just felt in the top end of the pitch as well we lacked a real cutting edge in the final third.

"We got to the edge of the box pretty well, we got to the final third pretty well but lacked quality in that sense.

"Any crossing opportunities on goal, we just lacked any bit of movement in and around the penalty area as well."

Parker was also unhappy with his sides poor defensive performance.

He added: "Defensively, we gave away sloppy, cheap goals. You can't give over goals that easy in any division, not just in this division.

"At this present moment in time we need to score two or three goals to win a football match and ultimately it's giving yourself an uphill task really."

Fulham face off against bitter west London rivals Brentford this weekend before a promotion six pointer against Leeds United next weekend.



https://www.teamtalk.com/news/parker-says-fulham-were-vacant-in-the-final-third-after-preston-defeat

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Games for the Weekend 14/12
This weekend we have another London derby when we travel up the road to Brentford.

Two defeats on the trot means that the next couple of games, this one and the next home game against Leeds could either confirm that we're "real" promotion contenders or condemn us to the playoff's (at best).

Our record against Brentford is indifferent, 2 wins, 4 losses and 3 draws and with their current form I can't see us getting more than a draw when we really need a win.

COYW's

Games of Interest...
Friday 13th
Charlton v Hull

Saturday 14th
Birmingham City v West Brom
Barnsley v QPR
Brentford v Fulham
Derby v Millwall
Leeds v Cardiff
Nottm Forest v Sheff Wed


come on over to the forum and join in the discussion...
https://www.friendsoffulham.com/forum/index.php?board=1.0



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3 obvious mistakes Scott Parker has made as Fulham manager

Scott Parker is a man once again under pressure after his Fulham side fell to a second consecutive defeat in the Championship on Tuesday night.

The Whites were beaten 2-1 by Preston North End at Deepdale in what was an underwhelming display from the South West Londoners to say the least.

Sean Maguire and David Nugent netted two avoidable goals for the hosts before Aleksandar Mitrovic did his best to once again claw something back for his side in the second half. But it was not to be.

It was a result which left the club ten points off the automatic promotion pace in a season where an immediate return to the Premier League was a priority.

So here, we take a look at THREE obvious mistakes that Parker has made...

Defensive neglect
It was clear after their dreadful season in the Premier League that Fulham needed to strengthen their back-line in the summer as a significant priority.

So, how many defenders arrived in the summer? Zero. Michael Hector's move was agreed after the deadline but they would still have to wait until January to be able to play him.

Whilst the signings of Anthony Knockaert, Ivan Cavaleiro and Bobby Decordova-Reid were exciting ones, they were also a shiny distraction from the real problems within the squad. Problems that are still costing them four months on.

Lack of intensity
Too many times this season Parker and his team have been carried to victory by individual brilliance. Whether that is Mitrovic's ruthlessness or a screamer from Cavaleiro or Cairney, it has often papered over the cracks in their displays.

Tuesday night was a prime example of what happens when a moment of magic is not forthcoming, however. Preston simply wanted the three points more whilst a large crop of the Whites lumbered about the pitch, waiting for Mitro to rescue them – which he almost did.

Parker should have realised that he was always going to need more than individual brilliance. He needs that unrequited passion from his players to win at all costs and he has not got that.

Stubborness/naivety
It is tricky to settle on which one is Parker's problem here, but a lack of plan B has been an issue in plenty of games for Fulham this season.

He has his style and that style is to build from the back. When it works it looks great and leads to some brilliant, flowing goals.

However, when it doesn't, and teams are able to snuff it out one way or another, you need to change things up. We have seen his abilities to tweak a game to turn it in his side's favour, most notably against QPR when he brought Cairney deeper.

But there is no question that this innability/unwillingness to change has cost the club points.



https://footballleagueworld.co.uk/3-obvious-mistakes-scott-parker-has-made-as-fulham-manager/

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Managers Can Make Or Break A Team – That's Why Fulham Need A Change If Promotion Is Their Target

You only need to look at the comings and goings of Premier League managers to see why clubs have changed their bosses. Since Leicester City brought in Brendan Rodgers it has been onwards and upwards for his side. Frank Lampard has utilised youngsters to get the blues back into the Premier League top four and qualifying in the Champions League.

Arsenal and Tottenham have offloaded their managers after poor runs, although I believe the former had a top-class boss in Pochettino and would have turned things around given time. A good manager doesn't become a bad one overnight.

A good manager is one that is able to get the best from his players EVERY match. That doesn't guarantee success, but a club owes it to their fans to show them that these very well-paid players are giving 100% effort for the whole 90+ minutes once or twice a week. Not too much to expect is it?

Secondly, the gaffer must be honest with his players and select or drop them on merit. Not on favouritism or concerns of their feelings. If a player is having a bad game, knowing when to replace him and doing so can make or break the result of a match.

A good manager must always have a Plan B. If the opposition are genuinely way on top in a game, there must be an alternative brought in quickly. Be it a player change or a tactical one, or both, this must be made.

That is the problem with Fulham this season. Scott Parker was handed the reigns at Craven Cottage as his first managerial position. There is no question, given plenty of time, Scottie will get it right, but was the appointment made too soon for his own development?

I would have liked to see Parker given the Assistant role to a proven manager, whose credentials meet the aspirations of the Khan family in getting our great club back into the Premier League.

My concern is that we do have the backbone (strikers on our books) at the club right now. If we fail to get promotion this season, we may lose these top players, such as Mitrovic, Cairney and Cavaliero. The team should be built around these guys, as they are Premier League quality.

Do you think Parker should be replaced before Xmas, and if so, who should replace him?



https://fulham.vitalfootball.co.uk/managers-can-make-or-break-a-team-thats-why-fulham-need-a-change-if-promotion-is-their-target/

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'Great signing for any Championship side' – Fulham fan pundit reflects on recent transfer speculation

This article is part of Football League World's 'Regular Punter' series, where we gather original opinions from select, passionate fans of the clubs concerned on matters surrounding their team and share them with a wider audience...

Football League World's Fulham fan pundit Charles Jones has spoken about Fulham's rumoured interest in signing Charlton striker Macauley Bonne, with Talksport reporting that the Cottagers, Leicester City and Newcastle United are all looking at the player.

Bonne has been a revelation since moving to the Championship side from National League winners Leyton Orient during the summer, netting six goals in 15 games so far this term.

The 24-year-old has adapted well to being Charlton's main man after Lyle Taylor picked up a severe knee injury in late September, striking up a good partnership with Jonathan Leko.

We sat down with Jones earlier this week to discuss the rumours linking Bonne with a move to Craven Cottage, and here is what the Fulham fan pundit had to say:

"I think he has the potential to be a great signing for any Championship side.

"Bonne was playing non-league football last season, but he's taken to the Championship like a duck to water as he's hit six goals already so far.

"With all due respect, Charlton aren't the most creative side in the division, yet he's still scored a more than respectable amount for the Addicks.

"He'd be a great signing in my opinion, and it's one I'd love to see get done."

Our Fulham fan pundit then spoke about whether he feels the striker is needed by the Craven Cottage side, with Jones stating the following:

"Bonne is a very good player, but let's be honest here, nobody is displacing Aleksandar Mitrovic as our first-choice striker.

"The 24-year-old would be a great backup option, but with Bobby Reid and Aboubakar Kamara already at the club I'm not sure he's really needed.

"If he signs, keeping him happy will certainly be a tough task for Scott Parker to take on."

Fulham fans will be waiting eagerly to see if this rumoured move does indeed come to fruition, however it is fair to say they are in safe hands with Mitrovic finding the back of the net on a consistent basis, therefore a move for the Charlton striker does not seem to be on the cards at present.



https://footballleagueworld.co.uk/great-signing-for-any-championship-side-fulham-fan-pundit-reflects-on-recent-transfer-speculation/

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Hamilton midfielder Reegan Mimnaugh attracting interest from Leeds and Fulham

HAMILTON midfielder Reegan Mimnaugh is attracting interest from Championship sides Leeds United and Fulham.

The 17-year-old scored in Accies' 6-1 Reserve win over Dunfermline on Tuesday afternoon and a number of Scottish clubs are understood to be monitoring his situation at the Fountain of Youth Stadium after he fell out of first team reckoning.

Mimnaugh made his Accies debut in the defeat to Celtic in January and then appeared against Hibernian before being handed his first start at home to Rangers.

The midfielder would make five further appearances in the Premiership last term but has only featured once - in the League Cup defeat to Kilmarnock - for Brice Rice's side this season.

Mimnaugh has continued to catch the eye at Accies and Leeds and Fulham are keeping close tabs on him, while Tottenham are also believed to have taken note of his position as he enters the final months of his deal.



https://www.glasgowtimes.co.uk/sport/18095276.hamilton-midfielder-reegan-mimnaugh-attracting-interest-leeds-fulham/

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Five Thoughts: Preston North End 2-1 Fulham

Banter club level restored. Fulham slumped to a second consecutive 2-1 defeat against another of the Championship's top 9 outfits. Farcical from back to front, Scott Parker's bereft, depleted contingent were atrocious and yet, miraculously, we're still 3rd in the standings, 11 points behind Leeds United. Drop us out, lads, we're slyly taking the piss.

Alex Neil's Preston North End hadn't scored in four and they also hadn't won in as many games. Wrong team, wrong time. A result like that away from home was always on the cards and on a chapping Tuesday evening at Deepdale, the hosts clicked back into gear. In similar words to Mario Balotelli's infamous self-endorsed slogan – why always us?

Brentford will pick this carcass of a squad apart if we don't get some familiar faces back, pronto. Bobby Reid, we miss you dearly. Harrison Reid, give us a sign that you're still alive. Harry Arter, you're a nomadic liability, but lace 'em up. Tom Cainrey, grow a pair and sweat out the sniffles, pal.

Referee Runs Red
The opening 15 minutes carried a very eerie narrative. A tranquillity soothed the complexion and both sides were able to demonstrate their respective spells in possession expertly, without dismay or delay. That is until, of course, a chaotic red mist engulfed Deepdale, a mutating rage virus epidemic riddled with contentious cautions and blatant dismissals. The first to be struck down in the 28th minute, Denis Odoi. He's got that sort of streak in him, you know. Reckless, idiotic, the pint-sized Belgian crumbled Patrick Bauer's chin with a flying elbow, UFC at its finest. That's a death wish of a red card and I can't condone his rash though process whatsoever.

Next, 34 minutes in, Ben Pearson. The shaggy haired midfielder branded Joshua Onomah with an extremely late lunge, double footed, sending his victim into orbit. Bewilderingly, Pearson was only cautioned, although that incident was so much more callous than Odoi's. Off the hook, thanks to Keith Stroud's inconsistent officiating. Just before the break, however, Joseph Rafferty was rightfully sent for an early sulk and a shower for a hideously savage tangle with Joe Bryan. Studs up, the 26-year-old jousted Bryan off the ball, leaving the fullback heaped on the deck. I've never seen such absurd madness before in one half, and other than those instances, it was a fairly tame 45.

In the second-half, A second yellow for Pearson should have been brandished, after the scruffy agitator raked his studs down Anthony Knockaert's leg, right under Stroud's nose. Again, a blind eye was turned. Things simmered until the final closing stages when a flurry of yellows emerged for players on both sides. Fulham were chasing an equaliser, Preston were battening down the hatches, trouble was afoot. We want our lads to fight until the very last second but maybe, to save further squad depletion, that has to be taken with a pinch of metaphorical salt, rather than literally. What an amusing bloodbath.

Couldn't Convert Chances
If you thought Fulham didn't have windows to creep through, you're sorely mistaken. Out wide, particularly, Christie and Bryan were granted the time and space to lift their heads and stroke crosses into the danger area, but more often than not, the final product was pretty damn shocking. Either too short or way, way too long, The Whites wasted virtually every given opportunity to make their mark. We have some of the league's best finishers and the division's top scorer, but our final product was quintessentially Sunday League.

For the life of me, and I've tried, I can't count how many times we had the ball out wide, undeterred, and fluffed our lines. With the creativity, productivity and downright capability we have on our books, versed and dependable, we cut such amateurish figures. Undercooked passes, turbo-charged switches that simply wouldn't land, the way we approached and practised our so-called plan of attack was utterly, utterly woeful. Plan B, we have no alternative, it's worn and predictable and now we're only fooling ourselves instead of the opposition.

Aboubakar Kamara, our mate, bustled through dense areas and waged war on the burger van just down the road as he ballooned the ball into the atmosphere. The AK of old, welcome back. With every touch, shimmy, speculative effort from range, the Whites' chances of restoring parity whittled away. Stefan Johansen manufactured some space and cracked the crossbar in the 72nd minute. Matter of inches. Onomah, on the parameter, sliced wide in the 76th minute. Aleksandar Mitrovic, outside of the boot, just wide in the 79th. In essence, we had a thick catalogue of opportunities to level, although lady luck said "sod this, I'm off to the bar." Funny how that sounds just like Dom Betts.

Marginally Muted Mitro'
That's 16 Championship goals for Mitro', but it wasn't a typically glowing showing from the big Serb, either. Snared by Bauer and Paul Huntington, Mitro' was isolated in the final third and couldn't impact proceedings in his usual domineering manner. The 25-year-old is still only one man, believe it or not, and we're kidding ourselves if we think he can really overpower two/three burly centre-halves at once. He's a weapon, a lethal predator, but Preston's rearguard, for the most part, subdued his authoritative presence.

Fulham, due to the disgusting lack of midfield, were coerced into pumping the ball into Mitro's proximity from deep, although nothing stuck, no matter how much cack we flung at the walls. First touches squirmed from his feet and he was herded into dead ends and blind alleys. Detached as a lone striker, Mitro' drifted out wide on the counter and demanded possession. Unsurprisingly, as he's a machine, Mitro' was actually a productive presence on the flanks and did a better job than those that should specialise in that department, but that is not his responsibility. His core duty is to finish counter attacks, not spark them, per say.

80 minutes in, lurking in the D, Mitro' let rip and Declan Rudd was flummoxed. A deflection aided his strike, but that's where he needs to be on the turf. Not out wide, not in the heart of the midfield, directly in front of the target. Within the width of the sticks, seconds to spare, Mitro sprung above his marker to nod goal bound. On another evening, anywhere other than up t'north, that would have been a goal, rubber stamped, but it just wasn't to be. He netted, of course, although Mitro' didn't really seem himself. Watered down gusto and gumption is what we got, and we're used to full fat vitality.

Ain't About Anthony
He is football's answer to Marmite. I actually love it on toast, but I know other people despise it, full stop. I'm not saying I'd like Anthony Knockaert for breakfast, heavens no, I just can't work him out. I don't want to sit on the fence, so to make my opinion valid, I'll say I don't enjoy watching him jink aimlessly down the channels. In fact, it infuriates me. He treats each encounter like FIFA Street and he's not very good at it, either. He may think he's a bamboozling trickster from Northern France, but we've seen those moves before. He's a broken record and a selfish, deficient one at that.

Knockaert filled a more central role, compared to what he's used to, but old habits die hard. The 28-year-old, to his credit, did hound the opposition and even grappled possession back a few times but going forward, the wrong option was selected incessantly. Poor passes brushed behind intended destinations were picked off by Preston and the hosts, as a result of the Frenchman's naivety, could break out and initiate counter attacks of their own. We've covered awful crosses and Knockaert was also culpable of that. He'd rather belt one from 40 yards than supply his teammates because he wants to be top dog. Fact is, he's a wet fish.

Neeskens Kebano should have started over Knockaert, even Onomah on that note. On the hour mark, Kebano replaced Alfie Mawson and the adaptable attacker, capable of causing havoc across the final, was influential. Nothing more needs to be said, but I'll continue for the sake of the article. Came on against Bristol City, magnificent. Second crack of the whip at Deepdale, he was an innovative catalyst. Intense, direct, the energised DR Congo international even flexed an intelligence that plated Mitro' his goal. Give him game time, the chance to shine brightest regularly. I can't understand why and how he's been left to rot for so long on the sidelines, because he's better than AK, the one from Brighton and Hove Albion, at least.

Mawson's Mistakes Matter
Alfie Mawson. Where do we even start? I've mentioned this before and I've made it clear, he's the weakest link in our starting XI. We don't even have an undisputed first-choice right-back, but even Cyrus Christie's more reliable than the former Swansea City man at the moment. Howlers upon howlers, yesterday's England prospect was at fault for both of Preston's goals because he has the poise and touch of a trampoline and a cowardly commitment. For a player of such supposed promise and potential, he's an infernal disappointment.

Sean Maguire turned home Preston's opener from a corner, but Mawson's suspect attempt to kill the ball, prior the set piece, could be credited with an assist. Throughout the encounter, the 25-year-old was eased off the ball, gifting David Nugent the time and space to examine vulnerable spots within our half defensive quadrant. Tim Ream led by example but Mawson wasn't on the same frequency. Nugent prayed upon Mawson's hesitancy and could have registered his first goal in 41 appearances in the 50th minute if it wasn't for Marek Rodak's strong hands. Mawson failed to win a routine header and the one-time England scorer anticipated the loose ball, but couldn't divert his powerful effort.

The 34-year-old did smash his duck to smithereens just 2 minutes later, though. Brad Potts' drive deflected skyward from Rodak's outstretched leg and Mawson, unable or indeed unwilling to banish the threat, was somehow beaten by Nugent at the back stick. Bundling the ball home, Preston had a 2-goal cushion and the cursing finger of blame pointed in our wobbly defender's direction for the second time. It wasn't a foul and Mawson wasn't impeded, Nugent just wanted it more and the fragile defender's empty desire was flagrant. Once Michael Hector's eligible to play, I'm afraid Mawson will have to face the guillotine. Those two could spark a formidable partnership, but football isn't played on paper and as it stands, it's definitely not an ideal world, either.



https://www.fulhamish.co.uk/post/2019-12-11-five-thoughts-preston-north-end-2-1-fulham/

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Parker Up For Manager Of The Month

Scott Parker has been nominated for the Sky Bet Championship Manager of the Month award.

The acknowledgement comes after steering Fulham to four wins from a possible five in November.

That 12 point spell also saw the Whites concede only twice as we moved up to third in the table.

Parker's competition comes from the two managers at the top of the league standings – Marcelo Bielsa (Leeds United) and Slaven Bilic (West Bromwich Albion) – as well as Blackburn Rovers boss Tony Mowbray.

The judging panel comprises former Barnsley manager Danny Wilson, Sky Sports' EFL expert Don Goodman, EFL Communications Director Mark Rowan, and Sky Bet EFL trader Ivor Davies.

The winner will be announced on Friday.



http://www.fulhamfc.com/news/2019/december/12/scott-parker-nominated-for-manager-of-the-month

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4 Fulham players that face an uncertain January

Fulham will be focusing on their next league game this Saturday, and it is a big occasion as they take on Brentford at Griffin Park in the West London Derby.

The Cottagers have lost their last two Championship matches in succession, with their most recent defeat coming on Tuesday night against Preston North End at Deepdale, as they went down by two goals to one in a match with red cards for both teams.

Despite having one of the best squads in the division on paper, Fulham are yet to challenge for the automatic promotion spots this season.

That may mean that despite the strength of the squad, players may have to be brought in during the January transfer window to freshen the team up.

However, in order to do that, some players may need to leave Craven Cottage.

We take a look at four members of the Fulham team that could be on the move in January...

Kevin McDonald
The 31-year-old Scot has been a bit-part player for Fulham this term, making just five league appearances with a total of just 126 minutes of football being played.

The Carnoustie-born midfielder has featured 116 times for the club over a four-year spell, signing from Wolverhampton Wanderers in July 2016 for £1.35 million.

With his age being a factor, and the fact that there is just over six months left on his contract, the Cottagers may look to move on McDonald in January.

Cyrus Christie
The 27-year-old right back has only made one league start for the club this season, featuring another seven times from the bench.

Denis Odoi has had the position at right-back for the majority of this season, with Christie only getting a starting chance  when Odoi is forced to fill in at left-back, such as against Preston on Tuesday.

As he is in the prime of his career, he may seek new pastures this January, with it likely that other Championship clubs are interested in his services because of his experience of the division.

Ibrahima Cisse
The 25-year-old Belgian-born Guinea international has made just the solitary appearance for the Cottagers this season, featuring for the under-23's in the EFL Trophy.

During his two year spell at the club, the defensive midfielder has only featured for the first team competitively nine times, and will surely growing frustrated at the lack of opportunities. It may leave no choice but for Cisse to seek another club in a month's time.

Neeskens Kabano
The DR Congo international recently made a good impression off the bench against Bristol City, hitting the crossbar with a header. He also provided an assist as a substitute against Preston.

However, he has featured just three times for Fulham this season, with a lack of starting spots in attacking midfield a key reason for his omission. He may be considering away from the club as a result.

The 27-year-old has made 73 competitive appearances in total for the West London side since signing for the club from Belgian side Genk in 2016.



https://footballleagueworld.co.uk/4-fulham-players-that-face-an-uncertain-january/

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Slavisa Jokanovic sends message to former Fulham ace following big midweek moment

Former Fulham manager Salvisa Jokanovic has sent a message to Ryan Sessegnon after the Whites' youth graduate netted his first Tottenham goal in midweek.

The 19-year-old finished emphatically at the Allianz Arena on Wednesday night when Spurs travelled to Germany to face Bayern Munich, and the man who gave him his professional debut was quick to send his congratulations.

Writing on Twitter, Jokanovic said simply: "Well done @RyanSessegnon!!"

Sessegnon made his Fulham debut back in the summer of 2016 under the Serbian as a 16-year-old, going on to become the first player born in the 2000s to score in a first-team game when he netted against Cardiff City.

In the following three seasons he amassed a total of 120 appearances, scoring 25 goals and assisting 18 more, including 15 as he helped Fulham back into the Premier League in 2018.

However, last summer he was finally sold with Spurs coming in for him but it is clear from last night that many fans still feel a real connection with him since.

The verdict

This is brilliant to see from Jokanovic as it shows the real care he had for the players at Craven Cottage during his tenure.

It continues to look like a huge mistake to have sacked him when they did as well. The Serbian knew the club perfectly and played exciting football.

It is clear that a lot of fans still feel that way as well but they have to get behind Scott Parker now and hope their former midfield maestro can get things back on track himself.



https://footballleagueworld.co.uk/slavisa-jokanovic-sends-message-to-former-fulham-ace-following-big-midweek-moment/