Thursday Fulham Stuff - 21/03/24...

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Everton keeping tabs on Fulham ace Tosin Adarabioyo, seven clubs interested in summer move
Everton have joined the race to sign Fulham's Tosin Adarabioyo but will face tough competition from six other Premier League clubs, according to HITC.

The online source reported [19 March] that the Toffees are keeping tabs on the defender, who is out of contract at Craven Cottage at the end of the season, having rebuffed several extension offers from Fulham.

It is understood that Manchester United and Arsenal have entered the conversation for Adarabioyo's signature, with Tottenham, Liverpool, Newcastle United and West Ham United all interested.

Could Tosin Adarabioyo replace exit-linked Jarrad Branthwaite at Everton this summer?
The defensive duo of Jarrad Branthwaite and James Tarkowski have built one of the most formidable defences in the Premier League this season, with only Arsenal, Man City and Liverpool conceding fewer goals.

However, with Branthwaite only 21 years of age, many European giants have come knocking at Goodison Park about the defender's availability this summer, with former Everton scout Bryan King suggesting that the star is worth upwards of £70million.

If Sean Dyche were to lose his star defender, Adarabioyo could be the perfect fit for the squad, especially on a free transfer should Fulham be unable to come to an agreement with him.

The 26-year-old, formerly of Man City, has been flying under the radar this season, with Fulham stuck in midtable, neither pushing for European spots nor threatened by relegation.

Of course, losing Branthwaite would be detrimental to Everton, but if a huge offer were to come in for him during the summer transfer window, it would be difficult to turn it down, which is why the Toffees must target Adarabioyo as a must-get transfer.

With so much competition in the Premier League for the centre-half's signature, as well as more likely to be coming from Europe, the board must get ahead of the curve and chat with the player about a Merseyside move.



https://www.goodisonnews.com/2024/03/20/everton-keeping-tabs-on-fulham-ace-tosin-adarabioyo-seven-clubs-interested-in-summer-move/

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Fulham fantastic £149m-rated starting XI next season - if transfer rumours prove true
Fulham could have a busy summer of incoming and outgoings at Craven Cottage, if the rumours are true.

Fulham supporters will still be buoyed by last weekend's hugely impressive 3-0 victory over Tottenham Hotspur at Craven Cottage, with a number of the home side's stars catching the eye.

The likes of Antonee Robinson and Joao Palhinha shone in the Premier League clash, which may have piqued the interest of potential suitors ahead of the summer transfer window. Fans won't want their star men to leave but with any outgoing is the space for an incoming.

LondonWorld looks at what the Fulham side might look like for next season, if some of the current transfer rumours swirling around Fulham are true.

1. GK - Bernd Leno
Signed a new contract with the club to stay until 2027 and looks unlikely to be replaced

2. LB - Leonardo Spinazzola
Antonee Robinson has been linked with a move to Chelsea this summer but Fulham fans will hope that rumour is proven false. If he does go, press in Italy has linked the Cottagers with a move for AS Roma full-back Leonardo Spinazzola.

3. CB - Calvin Bassey
Was missed while at AFCON and can provide a real presence at the back when in form.

4. CB - Trevoh Chalobah
Fulham fans know the talent that Tosin has and won't want the defender to leave, but his contract situation gets more and more worrying with time. Fulham were linked with a move for Chelsea man Chalobah in January.

5. RB - Timothy Castagne
Perhaps not always super convincing but Timothy Castagne is a decent option at right-back with his experience. Should Robinson stay and Spinazzola still arrive, the latter can be deployed on either flank.

6. CM - Andre
Joao Palhinha has been a hero for Fulham this season, knuckling down to the task at hand after his Bayern Munich move fell through last summer. He could be on his way out this summer and the Evening Standard is one of a number of outlets who have touted Fluminense star Andre as a potential replacement.

7. CM - Sammie Szmodics
The Blackburn Rovers star is the Championship top scorer and has been linked with a £20 million move to Fulham. The versatile star would be a real coup for the London club.

8. CM - Andreas Pereira
A driving force in the Fulham side. We've gone for a rough 4-3-3 here and will leave the tactics up to Marco Silva. Sammie Szmodics likes to operate in a very similar role to the one Pereira currently does so there would need to be a formation tweak to fit both in the side.

9. LW - Lewis Ferguson
The Scottish midfielder has been linked with a £17 million move to Fulham, as well as Wolves and Nottingham Forest. The Bologna star has really broken through over the last two campaigns - he also prefers a more central role but has been deployed on the left. Willian is still a silky option but won't last forever at 35 years old.

10. ST - Rodrigo Muniz
Reborn in recent weeks. Let's hope that form continues into next season.

11. RW - Alex Iwobi
Has grown so much in recent years and is becoming one of Fulham's most reliable players. He was fantastic on the right wing against Spurs last weekend.



https://www.londonworld.com/sport/football/fulham/fulham-fantastic-ps149m-rated-starting-xi-next-season-if-transfer-rumours-are-true-4563035

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Chelsea 'Interested' in Signing £35m Antonee Robinson
Chelsea are showing an interest in Fulham left-back Antonee Robinson, but they could face competition from Bayern Munich and Manchester United.

    Chelsea are scouting Antonee Robinson ahead of a potential summer move.
    Manchester United and Bayern Munich could also enter the race to secure his signature.
    Chelsea's recruitment team are impressed with Robinson's qualities, and they are set to prioritise signing competition for Ben Chilwell.

Chelsea could look to bring in an additional left-back during the summer transfer window, and Fulham defender Antonee Robinson is a target for the west London club, according to GIVEMESPORT sources.

Mauricio Pochettino has faced difficulties on the left-hand side of defence throughout his tenure at Stamford Bridge, with Ben Chilwell struggling with injuries this campaign and Marc Cucurella producing inconsistent performances. Levi Colwill has also been utilised in an unfamiliar left-back role, so it's no surprise that Pochettino and his recruitment team are considering bringing in reinforcements.

Chelsea Interested in Signing Antonee Robinson
Chelsea have an interest in signing Fulham left-back Robinson, according to GMS sources. With his contract not expiring until 2028, the Cottagers are in a strong negotiating position if a club arrives with an offer at the table, so it could be difficult to prise him away from the capital club. It's understood that his valuation is expected to be upwards of £35m.

The American international has been in superb form this season, so it's no surprise that Marco Silva's side are going to charge a hefty fee to allow him to depart. Robinson has rarely been out of the Fulham side this term, so having a consistent option at left-back could be beneficial to Pochettino.

Sources have also told GIVEMESPORT that signing cover for Chilwell is going to be one of Chelsea's main priorities in the summer, and Pochettino's recruitment team have been scouting the former Everton man for the past year. The Blues are said to be impressed by his attacking mindset and pace, as well as seeing his defensive duties improve of late.

Chelsea Face Competition For Robinson
Chelsea might not be the only side who are competing for the signature of Robinson when the summer transfer window opens for business later this year. There is a feeling that Manchester United could also show an interest as they begin to search for a new left-back. Luke Shaw and Tyrell Malacia have both spent lengthy spells on the treatment table throughout the campaign, so it's likely to be an area the Red Devils look to reinforce.

Bayern Munich may also enter the race for the 26-year-old. According to The Athletic, Real Madrid have reached a verbal agreement to sign Alphonso Davies, who could join the Spanish giants in 2024 or 2025. As a result, the Bundesliga outfit will be in the market for a new left-back, whether that be this summer or next year.

All stats courtesy of FBref



https://www.givemesport.com/chelsea-antonee-robinson-fulham-transfer-news/

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Aston Villa reportedly join Fulham in race for midfielder who is 'a bit like John McGinn'
Fulham may face a real battle with Premier League rivals over the signature of Bologna midfielder Lewis Ferguson.

Fulham fans are probably cursing the international break.

Saturday's 3-0 win over Tottenham Hotspur was one of the finest performances of the season and Fulham fans understandably want more.

We must now wait until the 30th of March for another Fulham display asMarco Silva takes his side to Sheffield United.

In the meantime, fans will be watching Fulham players around the world as they embark on international duty – and may just be looking at a few transfer rumours too.

Fulham face Lewis Ferguson battle
Reports last week suggested that Fulham had started talks over a potential deal to sign Bologna star Lewis Ferguson this summer.

The Scot has been outstanding this season and is now attracting more and more interest.

Give Me Sport now claim that Fulham have been joined in the race for Ferguson by a host of Premier League clubs.

Aston Villa, Brentford, Everton and Newcastle United are now understood to have joined the race.

Those four clubs have been watching Ferguson ahead of a potential move for the midfielder this summer.

Brentford and Everton will surely have to wait until their Premier League status is secure before pushing ahead with a move.

That may give Fulham a window of opportunity to lay some groundwork and attempt to secure Ferguson ahead of the competition.

The 24-year-old has been outstanding this season, bagging six goals and four assists in 28 games for Bologna.

Ferguson's influence has been clear as he has captained Bologna on a regular basis since October.

Primarily used as an attacking midfielder this season, Ferguson can also play as a box-to-box player and has been described as being 'a bit like John McGinn' by Barry Ferguson.

Villa may well see that comparison themselves and could be looking to add Ferguson alongside fellow Scot McGinn this summer.

Fulham may now face a real fight to fend off the likes of Villa and Newcastle for Ferguson, and we would hardly blame Bologna for bumping up the price with so many Premier League clubs now keen.



https://www.fulham.news/2024/03/20/aston-villa-reportedly-join-fulham-in-race-for-midfielder-who-is-a-bit-like-john-mcginn/

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Fulham ready bumper Tosin Adarabioyo contract to ward off Tottenham and Liverpool transfer interest
AC Milan also keen on 26-year-old defender

Fulham are ready to make Tosin Adarabioyo one of their top earners in a bid to stop him leaving Craven Cottage.

The 26-year-old defender has been in exceptional form since he returned from injury in November, but his contract expires at the end of the season and his future is uncertain.

Liverpool, Tottenham and AC Milan are among the clubs weighing up a summer move for Adarabioyo.

Spurs signed Radu Dragusin in January but Ange Postecoglou admitted last week they want another centre-back in the summer, and Adarabioyo was a target last summer.

Liverpool, meanwhile, are planning for life after Jurgen Klopp's departure.

Joel Matip's contract expires in the summer and he suffered a serious knee injury earlier this season. Manchester United and Chelsea are also considering whether to sign a centre-back.

Adarabioyo is keen to focus on his football until the summer.

That has given Fulham a window to tie him down to a new deal, and talks have already started.

Adarabioyo has been in excellent form of late, playing 13 of Fulham's last 15 Premier League games, including the 3-0 win over Tottenham just before the international break.



https://www.standard.co.uk/sport/football/tosin-adarabioyo-transfer-news-fulham-fc-tottenham-liverpool-2024-b1146640.html

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Fulham keen on Nicolo Tresoldi

Fulham are still keen on Nicolo Tresoldi ahead of the summer window, with Hannover 96 valuing the striker at €3 million.
According to Sport Bild via Sport Witness, Fulham have maintained an interest in Nicolo Tresoldi and could make a move for the striker in the summer. His club, Hannover 96 are open to a sale and will demand €3 million like they did back in January.

Fulham retains Nicolo Tresoldi's interest
Nicolo Tresoldi was the subject of some interest from Premier League sides, as more clubs have come forward with enquiries for the 19-year-old striker. The Hannover 96 star had Fulham chasing him in January, as the Cottagers have seemingly retained their interest in the young rising star ahead of the summer.

Fulham have been looking to add a new striker to their ranks, and the fact that they had an interest in Tresoldi shows they might return for the striker. The Cottagers have struggled to have a continued presence in the No.9 position this season despite signing Raul Jimenez, who had struggled for goals in the early part of the campaign.

The recent emergence of Rodrigo Muniz since the start of February has given Marco Silva a new lease on life. The 22-year-old seems like a big part of their future, and the manager now wants more young stars to form their attacking core for years to come.

Hannover are open to selling the 19-year-old striker ahead of the summer and will demand the same €3 million they did back in January. Transfermarkt also values Tresoldi for the same price; from Fulham's perspective, this will be a solid option to get at that rate.

Fulham have other strikers on their list
Fulham are interested in a young striker like Tresoldi but are also angling for a more experienced option to shore up their frontline. The club could seek a Premier League proven star like Eddie Nketiah or someone with a significant upside to his prospects.

For instance, they are also linked with Timo Werner should Tottenham not decide to sign him permanently. Hence, ahead of the summer, the Cottagers will likely target at least two new forwards, one that will represent their immediate need and someone like Tresoldi, who can fit into their future plans.



https://thehardtackle.com/transfer-news/2024/03/21/fulham-keen-on-nicolo-tresoldi/

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Liverpool ready to pay full price and sign outstanding USMNT star for £35m, as talks begin
Liverpool have held talks with the representatives of Fulham and USMNT star Antonee Robinson, but while they're prepared to pay the full £35m asking price, they aren't the only Premier League big hitter making a move, according to a report.

Robinson, 26, has quietly developed into one of the Premier League's most impactful left-backs over the last few seasons. The USA international cost just £2m to sign when plucked from Wigan Athletic back in 2020. Fast forward to the present day and that deal has proven an almighty bargain for the Cottagers.

Robinson is known for his marauding displays up and down the left flank and his boundless energy puts him in the Andy Robertson mould.

Neither player are particularly potent when it comes to scoring goals themselves, though both excel when creating for others.

Robinson has racked up six assists from left-back in the Premier League this season. His wicked delivery from out wide has proven difficult to contain for opposing defences.

As you might expect, his exploits for club and country over recent years have not gone unnoticed.

Liverpool, Man City initiate Robinson moves
According to Italian outlet ASRomaLive, Robinson has emerged as a concrete transfer target for both Liverpool and Manchester City.

In fact, the report states both clubs have mirrored their rival's pursuits thus far by making contact with Robinson's camp. Furthermore, it's claimed City and Liverpool are both willing to pay Fulham's £35m asking price this summer.

The obvious question to ask is why is a Roma-focused outlet reporting on a potential transfer between two English sides?

The answer lays in the claim Fulham are lining up Roma's Leonardo Spinazzola as Robinson's heir if the American does depart.

Where would Robinson fit in?
Liverpool already have a pair of established left-backs in their midst in the form of Robertson and Kostas Tsimikas.

However, Robertson turned 30 earlier this month and won't remain a truly top tier player forever. The fact Robertson's game is heavily reliant on his energy may also be a concern as he begins to age.

Robinson could thus represent fierce competition for the Scot in the here and now, while also doubling up as his long-term successor.

Tsimikas – nicknamed the 'Greek Scouser' in Liverpool circles – is a cult hero at Anfield, though it's inarguable Robinson is a superior player.

Man City generally deploy centre-backs Nathan Ake or Josko Gvardiol on the left side of their defence.

However, Pep Guardiola's tactics are ever-evolving and Robinson would provide far more attacking potency than Ake and Gvardiol if the City boss conjures up a new tactical masterplan.

TEAMtalk's own sources have also had it confirmed Chelsea would be in the mix if Robinson is on the move at season's end.



https://www.teamtalk.com/news/reds-ready-pay-full-price-sign-outstanding-usmnt-star-35m-talks-begin