Friday Fulham Stuff - 31/01/20...

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Jota's Aston Villa future: The situation ahead of transfer window as Fulham eye deal

Aston Villa transfer news - here's the latest from Villa Park ahead of the January transfer window closing

Aston Villa's recent signing Jota is being touted for a deadline day move away from the club.

The winger joined the club from Birmingham City for an undisclosed fee last summer, but now faces an uncertain future.

Here's a look at how the land lies:

Why is he being linked with a move?

He has made just 12 appearances since making the hop across the city, with only eight of those coming in the Premier League.

In short, he has quickly become a fringe player who looks some way off consideration for a first-team starting place.

A useful player to have in the squad, but one that could easily be deemed as surplus to requirements if you wanted to get the wages off the books.

Loan or permanent?

It is a loan that has been reported, by the Daily Mail.

It's worth noting that Fulham have previous for this kind of deal being made into permanent switches.

They did something similar with Wolves and Ivan Cavaleiro, even agreeing the fee in advance.

I think they would want to take a look at Jota though, due to his inactivity.

Will he go?

Jota's departure would free up wages for Villa who are chasing another attacking signing before Friday's deadline.

Villa have sanctioned permanent departures for Jonathan Kodjia and Easah Suliman so far this month and sent Lovre Kalinic out on loan.

Andre Green and Scott Hogan, meanwhile, were recalled from loans and moved elsewhere.

I think Smith would be perfectly happy to keep him, but knowing how he operates, he would possibly think it in the best interests of Jota to go out and get some football.

If Villa get another one or two in, it seems a very likely proposition.

What Dean Smith has said:

"I worked with Jota at Brentford. He's a superb, talented player and Birmingham signed him as their record transfer.

"I'm really happy to have him back working with us. He's got great ability, great balance and a great eye for both goals and assists."

Jota had previously worked with Dean Smith at Brentford and flourished for the Bees - he reached double figures for goals on two occasions at Griffin Park, but that was goalscoring form he wasn't able to replicate at Blues.

What the Villa fans have said

@TheVillaYamYam:  If Jota is going out surely that means someone is coming in right??

@JoelWynne4:  If jota is going off on loan then surely another winger?

@Aston_Villainfo:  Jota going on loan surely we got 2 players lined up with a striker and winger coming in

@C_Lioneye:  You'd hope we had replacements lined up if we're letting Jota and Chezzy leave on loan

@Winesadfights:  Move Jota bring in Bowen?

@CaptaiNScott87:  Jota going to Fulham? Must be after another wide man

@VillaBoy89:  So Chester and Jota could be the outgoings between now and Friday, must be 3 incoming then

@90sBabyJack:  Another winger must be coming in.

@BrumKnowsBest:  With Jota going, hopefully this mean a striker + 2 more incoming

What the Fulham fans have said

Penfold: Described as attacking midfielder. Looked good against us for Brentford but a few years ago now. Believe we were linked with him when he went to Birmingham but Brentford didn't want to sell to Fulham.

The Swan: This player was great at Brentford and I was hoping we could sign him. He went to Birmingham and then on to Villa.
I still rate him. Tricky wide man with a good eye for a goal. Could put the ball right into the penalty area.
Lets hope we get him.

Godalming White: Brentford fans would hate this. In the very little I've seen of Villa this year and when Jota's played, he's looked good. I think it was against Everton that he was the best player on the pitch, he set up a couple of goals and could have assisted a few more. I think the pace of the Premiership took his toll on him unfortunately. Still a good championship acquisition though, perhaps with the new of TC needing surgery, BDR will drop to the number 10 and it will be 3 of Mitro, Cav, Knock and Jota up top.

ByTheRiver: I would very much like this rumour to turn out to be true. Could fill many gaps and add some serious depth.



https://www.birminghammail.co.uk/sport/football/transfer-news/jotas-aston-villa-future-situation-17656076

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Huddersfield Town injury update for Fulham match

Danny Cowley checking on some Championship regulars for Craven Cottage trip

Huddersfield Town are waiting for reports on some of their Championship regulars for the trip to Fulham on Saturday.

Manager Danny Cowley is set to give an update later on Liverpool loan goalkeeper Kamil Grabara, who has spent the last two nights in hospital in Hull.

Polish stopper Grabara was carried off on a stretcher in the second half of Town's 2-1 win against Hull City at the KCOM Stadium and suffered a suspected concussion, having been confirmed as knocked out in an accidental collision with his own captain, Christopher Schindler.

Grabara received 12 minutes of treatment on the pitch before being rushed to Hull Royal Infirmary.

Town are hoping he can be released from there after observation, when he would come under the care of Town's Head of Medical Ian Kirkpatrick, but after such a head injury there is no chance of him playing at Craven Cottage.

Joel Coleman took over and did a good job at Hull, so it seems certain he will make a first Championship start under Cowley in London this coming weekend.

Jonathan Hogg is under treatment for a hamstring tweak and, while it's not considered a major problem, he return to the matchday squad must be under question, especially as he has just served a two-match ban for reaching 10 yellow cards.

Cowley is also checking on right-back Danny Simpson, who received a contact injury in the Brentford game and, while he didn't really feel it at the time, it was enough to keep him out at Hull.



https://www.examinerlive.co.uk/sport/football/news/huddersfield-town-injury-update-fulham-17654988

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Join us for Mind United: Yorkshire 3 Peaks

Thursday 30 January 2020 10:00

•          Conquer Yorkshire's three tallest peaks Pen-y-ghent, Whernside and Ingleborough in one day

•          Accomplish an ascent of 1,532m – higher than the UK's largest mountain

•          A marathon distance trek – but with three hills

•          Get your mates together to represent your club

•          Help raise money for Mind, so that no one has to face a mental health problem alone

This summer, we're joining Mind for Mind United, the ultimate challenge to raise funds and awareness for mental health. We're heading to one of Britain's wildest national parks, the Yorkshire Dales, for a 12-hour hiking challenge over the famous Yorkshire Three Peaks.

Uniting people from across the football community, this challenge is a test of fitness, endurance and team spirit. Because dealing with a mental health problem is no walk in the park.

Participants can expect to cover almost a marathon distance by foot – and ascend a total amount that exceeds the height of Ben Nevis!

Get involved, hike with old mates and new mates. By taking part you'll be raising funds to help Mind deliver life changing support for the 1 in 4 of us that have a mental health problem.

#HaveYourMatesBack

Whoever you support, we support you.

Get your mates together and sign up today.

For more information or to register visit: https://www.charitychallenge.com/mindunited



http://www.fulhamfc.com/news/2020/january/30/mind-united

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'I'm not convinced that they actually need him' – Fulham closing in on move for 28-year-old: The verdict

This article is part of Football League World's 'The Verdict' series, which provides personal opinions from the FLW writers regarding the latest breaking news, teams, players, managers, potential signings and more...

Fulham are in talks with Aston Villa over a potential deal for Spanish playmaker Jota, according to a report by the Daily Mail, this despite the 28-year-old only making the move to Villa Park in the summer transfer window.

Fulham boss Scott Parker has Jota on his radar with the Spaniard down the pecking order at Villa Park, and it is reported that he could make a move away from the club just a matter of months after joining.

So would Jota be a good addition at Craven Cottage and is he actually needed?

We discuss............

Jacob Potter

"I'm not convinced that they actually need him.

"Fulham already have the likes of Cavaleiro and Knockaert available to them, and Jota wouldn't be getting in the starting XI ahead of either of the Cottagers duo, so I think they'd be making the wrong decision in signing Jota this month.

"He's proven himself to be an excellent player in the Championship in the past with Birmingham, but I don't think Fulham would be the right club for him to sign for before the January transfer window closes.

"He scored three goals and provided nine assists in the 2018/19 season for the Blues, which came after he hit 12 goals in the 2016/17 campaign.

"So, there is no doubting that he would provide Fulham with another strong option to have in the second-half of this year's campaign, but there will surely be questions raised as to whether he would be a regular starter for Scott Parker's side."

Phil Spencer

"Jota is certainly a talented player.

"He showed it during his time with Brentford and in spells since then with Birmingham City.

"However I'm not entirely sure how much he'd add to Scott Parker's side.

"The Cottagers are blessed with real attacking talent already and if Jota was to join the club I'm not totally sure where he would fit into things.

"Either he would be a fringe player, or he would force another of their attacking stars out of the side.

"Personally I can't see it happening, but I've been wrong before!"

Kris Smith

"Fulham currently have a very strong attacking setup and are very potent going forward, so there is a question over whether they are already set going forward.

"However, it has to be said that Jota can play anywhere across the attacking midfield and out wide so he adds a lot of cover and versatility to the side.

"Tom Cairney's output from midfield hasn't been as good as expected this season so adding more goals to the midfield and relieving the pressure on Aleksandar Mitrovic could be vital.

"I'm not sure they need to bring in another attacking midfielder at Fulham but there is no doubting that Jota strengthens any side in the Championship and would warrant a starting spot under Scott Parker."



https://footballleagueworld.co.uk/im-not-convinced-that-they-actually-need-him-fulham-closing-in-on-move-for-28-year-old-the-verdict/

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Fulham job comes with 'intense scrutiny and pressure' according to Former Captain

Former Fulham skipper Lee Clark has claimed the job in the Craven Cottage dugout is fantastic, though comes with intense pressure.

The Cottagers currently sit 4th in the Championship, residing in the play-off places four points adrift from the automatic promotion spots.

Scott Parker is a popular man in the black and white half of West London, having taken over as manager on a permanent basis in May of last year.

Fulham have lost just one of their last five in the league, though were most recently on the wrong end of a 4-0 humbling at the Etihad in the FA Cup fourth round.

Speaking to The Fulham Fan show on Love Sport Radio, former Cottager Lee Clark is delighted at the job Parker is doing at the helm.

"I've been very impressed, he got to know the group just as they were going down from the Premier League and he's built his own squad and they have quietly got on with their job. They've had a few little bumps in the road but they are a looking a strong team especially at Craven Cottage."

When asked as to what it would mean for Parker's future if Fulham were to fall short of their promotion ambitions, Clark was coy; "Well that's the big question, it's a fantastic job to have, it's a great job for Scott to have as his first job. It comes with intense scrutiny and pressure, but that's what happens when you are working for a club that backs you with funds to strengthen the squad and the structure and the facilities."

"It depends what the remit was from the owner and the directors, was it to to build the club up after the disappointing season in the Premier League and start getting some value on the pitch from the players we have, the younger types of player that we can sell on? Or was the remit we want to get up straight away? That's the million dollar question."

Ultimately, the former Fulham midfielder was optimistic over what the future holds for his old side.

"Without a doubt we are a Premier League club, as a club it deserves to be there, the supporters deserve to be there. Especially with the renovations of Craven Cottage now, the Riverside stand which has a fantastic new look to it, hopefully they can get back up this year."


Listen to the Fulham Fans Show every Wednesday from 9pm on Love Sport Radio.



https://www.lovesportradio.com/news/love-sport-exclusives/fulham-job-comes-with-intense-scrutiny-and-pressure-according-to-former-captain/

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Fulham enquire about Charlton youngster Doughty

Fulham have made an enquiry about Charlton youngster Alfie Doughty and been told the midfielder is not for sale.

The 20-year-old has 18 months remaining on his contract at The Valley and Charlton are keen for him to sign a new deal.

A number of clubs have been showing an interest in Doughty, who has impressed since breaking into the Addicks first team this season.

He spent the first couple of months of the campaign on loan at non-League Bromley.



https://www.westlondonsport.com/fulham/football-fulham-enquire-about-charlton-youngster

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'What a move' – Plenty of Fulham fans react to unexpected return

Javier Pereira has returned to Fulham and become their Assistant Director of Football Operations.

He was a fans favourite during his previous stint at the club when he was assistant to Slavisa Jokanovic when the Cottagers achieved promotion to the Premier League.

Fulham won the play-offs in 2018, and Pereira was on the touchline playing a pivotal role in the success. A lot of the players are still at the club, so he will be familiar with a lot of the current squad and starts straight away.

After Fulham, Pereira left to China and was assistant to Jordi Cruyff at Chongqing Lifan FC. They kept the side in the Chinese Super League, which was seen as success for the club.

His main aim will be influencing a playing philosophy from the youth teams to the first XI.




https://footballleagueworld.co.uk/what-a-move-plenty-of-fulham-fans-react-to-unexpected-return/

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2 Fulham players who could feel the negative effects of 28-y/o's potential arrival

In recent days Championship promotion chasers Fulham have been linked with a move for Aston Villa winger Jota, with the Daily Mail reporting that the Cottagers are keen to secure a deal for the 28-year-old attacker.

With the Spanish winger seemingly nearing a move to Craven Cottage, it seems that Scott Parker is keen to strengthen his existing squad as they look to chase down the top two of West Brom and Leeds United.

Jota has largely found his opportunities limited under Dean Smith since completing his controversial switch from Villa's arch rivals Birmingham this summer, with the wideman only being afforded just eight league appearances, with only four of which being starts.

A move for the former Brentford man back to west London could in theory put the attacker back in Smith's plans ahead of next season, depending on which division the midlands club find themselves in.

Here, we take a look at TWO Fulham players who could feel the negative effects of Jota's impending arrival....

Neeskens Kebano
The Congolese winger has found his game time already limited this term by the presence and form of Messrs Ivan Cavaleiro and Anthony Knockaert, meaning that the arrival of Jota could have even more ramifications for the 27-year-old.

Since arriving from Genk in the summer of 2016, Kebano has largely failed to really establish himself as a first choice for a position out wide for the Whites, thus leaving his space in team under threat.

The winger will be hopeful of making an impression on Parker during the second half of the campaign as he seeks to prove he deserves to start more games.

In short, Jota's arrival should see Kebano slip further down the pecking order with the Aston Villa man being very much in search of more minutes.

Anthony Knockaert
The Brighton and Hove Albion loanee has so far failed to really hit top form since making his move to west London and could potentially fall victim to the arrival of Jota this month.

With three goals and four assists to his name so far, the Frenchman will be seeking to improve his creative output as he seeks to ward off competition for his starting place.

Much of Knockaert's performances towards the latter stages of the season to come could go a long way towards determining whether the Whites make the winger's move permanent this summer or not.

With Jota seemingly set to be breathing down his neck in the near future, Knockaert will be keen to impress Parker over the coming weeks.



https://footballleagueworld.co.uk/2-fulham-players-who-could-feel-the-negative-effects-of-28-y-os-potential-arrival/

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Huddersfield Town predicted line-up vs Fulham: Intriguing choice for Danny Cowley

One more change predicted in addition to new goalkeeper - depending on transfer window, of course


Steve Mounie scores Town's winner at Hull City

Huddersfield Town head to Fulham looking to achieve back-to-back away league victories for the first time since February 2017.

Back then, Town won successive matches at QPR and Rotherham and, following the 2-1 midweek success at Hull City, can match that feat with three points at Craven Cottage.

But who will manager Danny Cowley have in his starting line-up?

Having been in hospital for two nights since being carried off on a stretcher at Hull City with a head injury and suspected concussion, it seems certain Kamil Grabara will miss the trip to London.

The 21-year-old Polish stopper on loan from Liverpool will not be able to resume playing or training until he has been given the all-clear by medical staff.

Joel Coleman will step up to take his place in goal, having gone on for Grabara at Hull, and it's likely Town will have young Jacob Chapman on the bench as Ryan Schofield is on loan at Livingston and currently injured himself.

Cowley is hoping experienced duo Danny Simpson and Jonathan Hogg will have recovered from a contact injury and hamstring tweak respectively to challenge for places, but the likelihood seems both will have to wait.

So Cowley appears set to make just one change to the starting line-up, in goal, meaning Juninho Bacuna continues at right-back.

But might he be tempted to start Steve Mounie up front, in place of Fraizer Campbell, following his winning goal at Hull?

Mounie has now scored four goals in seven appearances to press his claims, although he hasn't started since January 1 against Stoke.

His presence, however, would give Town an outlet option against fourth in the table and determined to push their promotion credentials.

All this, of course, is dependent on any squad changes before the transfer window closes at 11pm on Friday night.

Town predicted line-up: Joel Coleman; Juninho Bacuna, Richard Stearman, Christopher Schindler, Harry Toffolo; Lewis O'Brien, Trevoh Chalobah; Elias Kachunga,  Emile Smith Rowe, Karlan Grant; Steve Mounie.



https://www.examinerlive.co.uk/sport/football/news/huddersfield-town-predicted-line-up-17656684

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Fulham admirers of Charlton Athletic's Alfie Doughty – but flying winger is not for sale



Fulham are interested in Alfie Doughty – but Charlton have made it clear that the young attacker is not for sale.

It is thought that other Championship sides are also keen on the 20-year-old, who has made an impressive step up to first-team level since the end of November.

But the Addicks are not ready to consider an exit for Doughty, who had started the campaign on loan at National League side Bromley.

The injury pile-up for the SE7 outfit saw him recalled and his pace and directness down the left has been a positive in a tough period for Lee Bowyer's side.

Doughty scored in Charlton's last win – a 3-2 success over Bristol City at The Valley.

Addicks manager Lee Bowyer underlined earlier today that he did not want to lose any members of his first-team squad.

Charlton have made one addition in the January transfer window – Aston Villa's Andre Green coming in on loan – but have lost Jonathan Leko, Conor Gallagher and Beram Kayal.

The deadline for deals to be done is 11pm tomorrow night.



https://www.londonnewsonline.co.uk/fulham-admirers-of-charlton-athletics-alfie-doughty-but-flying-winger-is-not-for-sale/

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Fulham lead the race as Raith Rovers negotiate delayed transfer for 17-year-old striker Kieron Bowie


Stark's Park - Kirkcaldy - Fife - 'Raith v Montrose - KIERON BOWIE celebrates his second goal -'credit- Fife Photo Agency

Raith Rovers star youngster Kieron Bowie looks set to be sold before the end of the week – but will remain at the club for the rest of the season.

The 17-year-old striker is wanted by a number of clubs both north and south of the border, with English Championship side Fulham believed to be among the front-runners.

A six-figure deal is expected to be completed before the closure of the transfer window tomorrow (Friday) but it will not involve a loan move back to Raith, as previously reported.

Instead, there will be a delayed transfer that will allow Bowie to stay at his home-town club for the remainder of the League One title push.

The Kirkcaldy youngster has had a stunning breakthrough year since joining the club last January, taking his tally for the current season to 10 with a double in the 4-3 win over Montrose on Saturday, a match watched by scouts from multiple clubs.

Rovers boss John McGlynn said: "It's an ongoing situation but it's picked up a little bit of speed since the weekend.
McGlynn had previously stated his desire for Bowie to play 100 games for Raith before leaving the club but his progress has been quicker than expected.

"Myself and Paul have worked extremely hard with Kieron and we've been ahead of the game all the way along," he said. "Everything we said to him, his parents and his agent when we sat down in May, and the vision we had, everything has happened, it's just happened quicker than we all thought because he's done so well.

"It's all down to him, his work-rate, his teammates and everyone round about him at Raith Rovers who have kicked him on from a boy who was playing youth football with Glenrothes Strollers 18 months ago."

The search for new players also continues with the club having held talks with out of contract front man Kenny Miller as well as scouring the loan market, having failed in their attempts to buy players.
"There's ongoing discussions between his agent, ourselves, Kieron and three or four really interested parties.

"I think something will happen that will see him staying here at least until the end of the season."

McGlynn had previously stated his desire for Bowie to play 100 games for Raith before leaving the club but his progress has been quicker than expected.

"Myself and Paul have worked extremely hard with Kieron and we've been ahead of the game all the way along," he said. "Everything we said to him, his parents and his agent when we sat down in May, and the vision we had, everything has happened, it's just happened quicker than we all thought because he's done so well.

"It's all down to him, his work-rate, his teammates and everyone round about him at Raith Rovers who have kicked him on from a boy who was playing youth football with Glenrothes Strollers 18 months ago."

The search for new players also continues with the club having held talks with out of contract front man Kenny Miller as well as scouring the loan market, having failed in their attempts to buy players.

McGlynn explained he had been restricted in his loan options due to having Ross Munro and Steven Anderson on the books, as well as leaving his remaining two slots open for the potential return of Jamie Gullan as well as the sale and loan-back of Bowie.

With the club now attempting to cancel Anderson's loan from St Johnstone due to injury, Gullan's return looking less likely after featuring as a substitute for Hibs at the weekend, and the change in Bowie's situation, McGlynn could find himself having gone from no loan options, to potentially three in the final week of the window.

He wants at least one player in before Saturday's trip to title rivals Airdrie, although the loan market remains open to lower league clubs until the end of February.

"I don't believe we need a lot, but bringing in one or two players might just give us that little push," he said.

Dan Armstrong is hoping to return to the squad after missing the last seven weeks with a thigh problem.



https://www.fifetoday.co.uk/sport/football/fulham-lead-the-race-as-raith-rovers-negotiate-delayed-transfer-for-17-year-old-striker-kieron-bowie-1-5083171

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HARRY: IT'S A BIG GAME

Harry Toffolo previews Huddersfield Town's trip to Fulham

- Town defender looks ahead to Saturday's game against Fulham
- January signing on his first few weeks at Huddersfield Town
- Watch the full interview now on #HTTV!

Huddersfield Town defender Harry Toffolo is ready for the challenge Fulham will pose and admits there's no reason why the Terriers can't continue their recent run of form at Craven Cottage on Saturday.

Town make the trip down to London on Saturday 1 February 2020 to face the Cottagers in the Sky Bet Championship; 3pm kick-off.

When speaking to #HTTV ahead of this weekend's game, Harry discussed his previous experience of playing at Craven Cottage.

"It's a big game. I played there when I was 15 in an FA Youth Cup game, it's the last time I played there so to go back there as a man, as an adult will be good.

"They're going to have a lot of quality, a lot of physicality – I've seen that in the games they've played. But we've got that as well.

"There's no reason why we can't go there to win the game. We're going to go there to win the game."

The full-back was Town's fourth signing of the January window, linking back up with Danny and Nicky Cowley having moved from Sky Bet League 1 side Lincoln City.

"(The settling in period has been) really good. It's an easy team to come in to when the team have been performing like they have in the last two games and to be a part of that has been fantastic.

"The lads are great, the manager and staff I've worked with before, but the lads that I see day in day out working with them has been great and I'm really looking forward to building more relationships with them.

"As you come into a new team, you have to get up to grips with how the Football Club wants to play and every club is different.

"But Danny and Nicky have the same values they want from a player playing in their side. If I continue to work hard and put performances in for them, then that makes me happy."

Since making the move up to West Yorkshire, Harry has helped Town to get four points from a possible six in the last two games, following a draw with Brentford on debut and victory over Hull earlier in the week.

"To start the way I have has been great; to get four points out of six against two top sides. There's now a really good, exciting game coming up on Saturday, that's the perks of playing in the Championship; you've got these massive games every week.

"I like to be thrown in the deep end; I like to be challenged; I like to be tested. I've never been so ready for the opportunity to play against those two sides.

"I think the results we got out the games were fantastic and it's a great value for the efforts we put into the games."



https://www.htafc.com/news/2020/january/harry-its-a-big-game/

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Mundle-Smith Joins Maidenhead

Jaydn Mundle-Smith has joined Maidenhead United on a youth loan deal.

Fulham%u2019s PL2 captain, who has operated at centre-half and left-back for Colin Omogbehin and Mark Pembridge%u2019s side, will remain with the Vanarama National League outfit for one month.

They currently sit 19th in the standings, and Mundle-Smith could make his first appearance in Saturday%u2019s meeting with Solihull Moors.




http://www.fulhamfc.com/news/2020/january/30/jaydn-mundle-smith-maidenhead-united-loan

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Huddersfield Town injury update: Liverpool loan keeper Kamil Grabara ruled out for at least 28 days

Bleed on brain for 21-year-old - Danny Cowley hunting replacement

Danny Cowley has issued an injury update ahead of Huddersfield Town's trip to Fulham on Saturday - and it's not good news for his Liverpool loan keeper.

He's confirmed Kamil Grabara will miss the upcoming Championship clash at Craven Cottage and will be out at least 28 days.

Goalkeeper Grabara was injured in an accidental clash with teammate Christopher Schindler in the 2-1 win at Hull City - and he spent time in hospital after suffering a head injury and concussion.

He was discharged on Thursday and is feeling better, but he has no chance of playing soon and Cowley admitted he is desperate to sign a replacement before the transfer deadline.

"It's a relief for us all that Kamil has been discharged," said Cowley.

"We are told Kamil is much better in himself, having been a little bit confused after the incident, but the best case scenario is 28 days.

"He will see a neurosurgeon who give us a clear idea of exactly the length of the injury."

Cowley has Jacob Chapman to work as back-up to Joel Coleman, who takes over in goal at Fulham, after replacing the Polish stopper for the final minutes at the KCOM Stadium.

However, Cowley believes it would be a big ask for the young Australian even to be on the bench, so is trying to get a keeper on loan before the deadline.

The manager even considered he might go to Craven Cottage without a keeper on the bench if he can't get a suitable loan done in time.

Any loan which is achieved will come out of the same funds as the general transfers, so it could impact the signing of a winger - even though Flo Hadergjonaj is in Turkey for talks over a loan.

Cowley is keeping an eye on defender Danny Simpson and midfielder Jonathan Hogg, but both have returned to training and are in consideration for the Fulham game.



https://www.examinerlive.co.uk/sport/football/news/huddersfield-town-injury-update-liverpool-17659503

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Reporting Discriminatory & Anti-Social Behaviour: New Text Number

Fulham Football Club operates a zero-tolerance policy against discriminatory and anti-social behaviour. We encourage a welcoming environment at Craven Cottage and we would like your matchday experience here to be enjoyable.

The Club has therefore introduced, in addition to the existing Kick It Out reporting mechanism, its own free text service enabling fans to bring to our attention anything untoward, either seen or heard, at Craven Cottage on a matchday.

If you experience or witness any instances of racist, homophobic or anti-social behaviour or anything that has a negative impact on your matchday, please text the word FULHAM plus details of the issue to 60066. Remember to include as much detail as possible such as precise location (stand / row/ seat) and the issue you have experienced.

Your text message will be treated in the strictest of confidence.

Thank you for your cooperation and help in ensuring that visiting Craven Cottage is a pleasant experience for everyone.

Please be advised, your data will be processed in line with our privacy policy.




http://www.fulhamfc.com/news/2020/january/30/reporting-discriminatory-anti-social-behaviour-new-text-number

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Timmy Joins The Gas

Timmy Abraham has joined Bristol Rovers on loan for the remainder of the season.

The 19-year-old has been in fine form for Fulham's PL2 side of late, notching five times since the end of October.

He joins his new team midway through what has been a steady campaign for the Gas, who currently sit 13th in Sky Bet League One.

Abraham could make his league debut on Saturday, in Rovers' home clash with Coventry City at the Memorial Stadium.



http://www.fulhamfc.com/news/2020/january/30/timmy-abraham-joins-bristol-rovers-on-loan

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BREAKING: Raith Rovers striker Kieron Bowie joins Fulham for £150,000

Young Raith Rovers striker Kieron Bowie has secured a six-figure move to Fulham, Courier Sport can confirm.

But the centre-forward will stay at Stark's Park club for the rest of the season.

It is understood that the transfer fee for the 17-year-old, who has scored 10 goals for Rovers this campaign, is around £150,000.

Bowie will further his football education in Kirkcaldy alongside Steven MacLean before he leaves for Craven Cottage.

Veteran MacLean has been snapped up after falling out of Hearts manager Daniel Stendel's plans.

The deal to keep Bowie at Raith is a delayed transfer, rather than a loan.

He has travelled down to London and Fulham will announce the move on deadline day should there be no last minute hitch.



https://www.thecourier.co.uk/fp/sport/football/scottish-league-1/1114355/breaking-raith-rovers-striker-kieron-bowie-joins-fulham-for-150000/

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Timmy Abraham: Bristol Rovers loan striker from Fulham for the rest of the season

Timmy Abraham scored his first goals in 'competitive' football in the EFL Trophy for Fulham under-23s

Championship side Fulham have loaned striker Timmy Abraham to Bristol Rovers on a deal which will run to the end of the League One season.

The 19-year-old, the brother of Chelsea striker Tammy, is yet to make his first team debut but has been a regular in the Under-23 side.

Abraham had been a long-term Rovers target and the club continued to pursue a deal despite a change in management.

"This is an opportunity to experience League football," boss Ben Garner said.

He told the club website: "Timmy is a player that was identified by the club prior to my arrival and a deal has been in motion for a long time.

"He offers different attributes to what we have and the potential to develop as a player."



https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/51315025

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Fulham: Fans hail Tony Khan's latest move

Fulham have appointed Javier Pereira as their new Assistant Director of Football Operations with immediate effect. 

He will work closely with Tony Khan on football matters including talent development and will be tasked with ensuring the club's playing philosophy is embedded throughout the club, from the youth team right up until the first-team.

Pereira is a familiar face, having worked for the club in the not too distant past as Slavisa Jokanovic's Assistant Manager and the fans were quick to make that point.

But overall, the reaction to the news was positive with many taking to social media to praise Khan for his decision.

What do we think?

Javier Pereira is familiar with the club, has plenty of Championship experience as well as a strong knowledge of football on a European and global scale.

This seems a smart appointment and one that should help the club to achieve their longer-term aspirations whilst building a culture and strong foundations on which they can grow.



https://thisisfutbol.com/2020/01/twitter/fulham-fans-hail-tony-khans-latest-move/

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184 completed passes: The out-of-favour Aston Villa man linked with Fulham

With the transfer window closing tomorrow, clubs up and down the country attempt to get any last-minute deals over the line as they try to bolster their squads for the last few months of the season.

The Daily Mail are linking Fulham with Aston Villa winger Jota, as the Cottagers try and make their squad ready for a battle that will hopefully see them secure a spot in the playoffs come May.

Here, we take a look at the statistics behind Jota's season so far and decide whether he would be a good signing for Fulham in the final few hours of the transfer window...

The 28-year-old has been a Villa player since joining them from city rivals Birmingham City last summer, however his time at Villa Park is yet to go to plan as Fulham try to secure his signature temporarily until the end of the season.

The Spaniard has only featured 12 times this season as he has struggled to lock down a starting spot under Dean Smith, however he has been able to contribute in the goals column despite limited playing time.

The winger has played a key part in Villa's run to the Carabao Cup final, as he netted a goal against Brighton & Hove Albion in September 2019 as they secured progression through to the next round, while he has also contributed two assists while in a Villa shirt.

Having endured a good campaign with Birmingham City last season where he showed just what he is capable of in the final third, Jota has flourished during his lack of game-time for Villa as he has shown that he is capable of being a bit-part player for them.

He has been able to test the goalkeeper three times when in shooting positions, while he has terrorised the opposition full-backs with 11 successful dribbles down the flanks, getting his sides into better positions further up the field.

While on the field, the winger has also made sure that his side has kept possession and not taken any unnceccesary risk, being able to find a team-mate 184 times across the course of the season so far.



https://footballleagueworld.co.uk/184-completed-passes-the-out-of-favour-aston-villa-man-linked-with-fulham/