Summer Silly Season Transfer Thread 2025

[Fulham 1879]

Think Reiss Nelson better prospect than Sterling. Raul and Muniz have 19 goals this season so will probably end up on around 22, which is one very good striker, so no need to spend precious cash there. Willian and Carney unfortunately look past their best, so they're off. If Tete stays Castagne could be sold for some cash as Belgium captain and cheaper replacement sought. Diop was an overpriced squad player but he's here, so with Cuenca we havevdecent back ups. Andersen and ESR disappointing for the prices paid and their wages, but we'll have to keep them rather than take an immediate and hefty loss. So, to improve the team with limited funds, the way I view it is:
1. Sell Pereira as he offers too little in attack and will get some money for him.
2. Definitely sell Harrison Reed. Always tries but lacks ability.
3. Controversial, but if it's possible, sell Berge and rebuy Palhinha plus cash.
4. Don't forget the bargain basement: Leno, Tete, Raul, Traore, Lukic, Robinson and Sess were all free or peanuts. It's not all about splashing the cash. A lot of our better first team players have outperformed the £30m ones.
5. Buy a creative player to replace Pereira. This would be a priority.
6. Buy Reiss Nelson if we can do a Leno type deal.

[Jims Dentist]

Apart from being on a free, I don't get the interest in Lindelof.
He rarely gets in Man U's side and would be no improvement for us.

[Drewry66]

Been quite a lot of talk of Kyle Walker Peters on a free. Obviously desperate for Tete to stay but thought KWP looked good against us today if we can't convince Tete.

[fulhamfever]

Tom Cairney can go now he has been a great servant to the club. But he is clearly past it.

[JimmyConway]

One I would steer clear of and I know there are a few admirers here is Southampton's KWP !
He had a decent effort on goal yesterday but he is far too lightweight and nowhere near the type of defender we require if we were in the market?
Not sure he is a natural defender but either way personally feel you're not going forward with players like him in your team or even squad.

[FFC1987]

One I would steer clear of and I know there are a few admirers here is Southampton's KWP !
He had a decent effort on goal yesterday but he is far too lightweight and nowhere near the type of defender we require if we were in the market?
Not sure he is a natural defender but either way personally feel you're not going forward with players like him in your team or even squad.

Watched him a lot and I wouldn't say he's lightweight, but his strengths aren't in his defending so I'd say you're correct. I think he'd offer more than Castagne though. His energy and pace would be an asset on that right side but he's still a significant downgrade in Tete but that shouldn't be a slight as most are. King Tete.

[JimmyConway]

One I would steer clear of and I know there are a few admirers here is Southampton's KWP !
He had a decent effort on goal yesterday but he is far too lightweight and nowhere near the type of defender we require if we were in the market?
Not sure he is a natural defender but either way personally feel you're not going forward with players like him in your team or even squad.

Watched him a lot and I wouldn't say he's lightweight, but his strengths aren't in his defending so I'd say you're correct. I think he'd offer more than Castagne though. His energy and pace would be an asset on that right side but he's still a significant downgrade in Tete but that shouldn't be a slight as most are. King Tete.

I agree he has pace but personally think Castagne is a better all round footballer than him. The lad at Leicester Justin is the type if we were looking to bring in a right back is the type to look at? Before the injury and that would still be a concern for any interested parties he looked very good. Type at a bargain price that might be worth a gamble as still good age? New environment etc and good pre season could have a very decent player on your books?

[bencher]

Sterling looks to have lost his pace. Unlike Willian, who had/has a brilliant football brain and technique, Sterling does not have those qualities to the same degree and once he lacks pace, he's pretty tame. So it's a no from me.

We need to find more goals and creativity from the midfield and the wings this transfer window.

[Angus Telford]

Buy a creative player to replace Pereira. This would be a priority.

This would probably be my biggest priority too because IMO it's the only position in the starting XI we definitely need am upgrade.

Also need a forward, preferably who can play both Wing and CF, but they're going to be a rotation player with ESR, Iwobi, Muniz et al.

Beyond that IMO it's just about stripping out the dead wood and replacing with younger and better. Emphasis on younger.

[@jolslover]

One I would steer clear of and I know there are a few admirers here is Southampton's KWP !
He had a decent effort on goal yesterday but he is far too lightweight and nowhere near the type of defender we require if we were in the market?
Not sure he is a natural defender but either way personally feel you're not going forward with players like him in your team or even squad.

He was great vs. us yesterday. I think if Tete left he would be a great signing on a free. He's definitely better going forward than Tete but obviously Tete is the better defender.

From the Southampton game Sulemana looked great on the wing and was tearing Tete first half (which not many wingers do), I know there are questions on his end product but he certainly looked rapid

Also their number 18 Fernandes looked good, I know he plays for Portugal U21s and is regarded as a big prospect

[DevonFFC]

Buy a creative player to replace Pereira. This would be a priority.

This would probably be my biggest priority too because IMO it's the only position in the starting XI we definitely need am upgrade.

Also need a forward, preferably who can play both Wing and CF, but they're going to be a rotation player with ESR, Iwobi, Muniz et al.

Beyond that IMO it's just about stripping out the dead wood and replacing with younger and better. Emphasis on younger.

A winger who can go past a man and deliver would be a must also, we lack so much creative flair up top.

If we play with a number 9 then the 3 guys behind him have to provide and contribute abit more

[keithh]

229 pages to go.

[jayffc]

Buy a creative player to replace Pereira. This would be a priority.

This would probably be my biggest priority too because IMO it's the only position in the starting XI we definitely need am upgrade.

Also need a forward, preferably who can play both Wing and CF, but they're going to be a rotation player with ESR, Iwobi, Muniz et al.

Beyond that IMO it's just about stripping out the dead wood and replacing with younger and better. Emphasis on younger.

A winger who can go past a man and deliver would be a must also, we lack so much creative flair up top.

If we play with a number 9 then the 3 guys behind him have to provide and contribute abit more

We have Adama. And Sess can get to the byline and cross pretty well. Wilson also used to be very good at this in the championship when we had Mitro, the wilson cut back to Mitro was a mainstay of our tactical approach.... but we seem to be way more focussed on having him cutting in and arriving in the box to shoot these days than staying wide.

But yes would love an LW in this mold too, grateful for Willian but a his age, hot prospect winger would be ideal and finally let godo go on loan.

[Count Flapula]

Ref the club holding off on decisions about offering contract renewals / activating options, I imagine we are waiting to find out if we qualify for Europe or not and that makes sense.

Would like to see Tete, Adama and Raul (1 year for him) get new deals/options triggered regardless.

TC I would only extend if we get into Europe for 1 year max as I think it would suit his style of play and he'd be a good option on a Thursday to rest the first teamers, plus provide experience and game control while (hopefully) blooding youngsters such as King, Harris and Godo. Also means we can rest as much of the PL first XI as possible for the league games unless/until we hopefully get to the later stages.

Willian will always be class and might do a job in Europe but I'd err on the side of not offering a new deal as his wages for PSR considerations and further drop off due to age means that budget might be better utilised elsewhere. Far too high wages for a whole season as a 37 year old backup winger. I'd move on Vini and bring in a younger player who can play up top and on the wing.

[KentFulham]

Think Reiss Nelson better prospect than Sterling. Raul and Muniz have 19 goals this season so will probably end up on around 22, which is one very good striker, so no need to spend precious cash there. Willian and Carney unfortunately look past their best, so they're off. If Tete stays Castagne could be sold for some cash as Belgium captain and cheaper replacement sought. Diop was an overpriced squad player but he's here, so with Cuenca we havevdecent back ups. Andersen and ESR disappointing for the prices paid and their wages, but we'll have to keep them rather than take an immediate and hefty loss. So, to improve the team with limited funds, the way I view it is:
1. Sell Pereira as he offers too little in attack and will get some money for him.
2. Definitely sell Harrison Reed. Always tries but lacks ability.
3. Controversial, but if it's possible, sell Berge and rebuy Palhinha plus cash.
4. Don't forget the bargain basement: Leno, Tete, Raul, Traore, Lukic, Robinson and Sess were all free or peanuts. It's not all about splashing the cash. A lot of our better first team players have outperformed the £30m ones.
5. Buy a creative player to replace Pereira. This would be a priority.
6. Buy Reiss Nelson if we can do a Leno type deal.

I keep seeing the argument that Raul/Muniz combination is as good as 1 striker, they share the role etc, so no need to replace, except of course we are paying for 2 players to achive what one could. I would definately add a decent goalscorer with age on his side.

[KentFulham]

Ref the club holding off on decisions about offering contract renewals / activating options, I imagine we are waiting to find out if we qualify for Europe or not and that makes sense.

Would like to see Tete, Adama and Raul (1 year for him) get new deals/options triggered regardless.

TC I would only extend if we get into Europe for 1 year max as I think it would suit his style of play and he'd be a good option on a Thursday to rest the first teamers, plus provide experience and game control while (hopefully) blooding youngsters such as King, Harris and Godo. Also means we can rest as much of the PL first XI as possible for the league games unless/until we hopefully get to the later stages.

Willian will always be class and might do a job in Europe but I'd err on the side of not offering a new deal as his wages for PSR considerations and further drop off due to age means that budget might be better utilised elsewhere. Far too high wages for a whole season as a 37 year old backup winger. I'd move on Vini and bring in a younger player who can play up top and on the wing.

Surely we go into the competition wanting to win it, I would be pretty P****d off to pay hotels, flights etc only to find a reserve lineup

[Count Flapula]

Ref the club holding off on decisions about offering contract renewals / activating options, I imagine we are waiting to find out if we qualify for Europe or not and that makes sense.

Would like to see Tete, Adama and Raul (1 year for him) get new deals/options triggered regardless.

TC I would only extend if we get into Europe for 1 year max as I think it would suit his style of play and he'd be a good option on a Thursday to rest the first teamers, plus provide experience and game control while (hopefully) blooding youngsters such as King, Harris and Godo. Also means we can rest as much of the PL first XI as possible for the league games unless/until we hopefully get to the later stages.

Willian will always be class and might do a job in Europe but I'd err on the side of not offering a new deal as his wages for PSR considerations and further drop off due to age means that budget might be better utilised elsewhere. Far too high wages for a whole season as a 37 year old backup winger. I'd move on Vini and bring in a younger player who can play up top and on the wing.

Surely we go into the competition wanting to win it, I would be pretty P****d off to pay hotels, flights etc only to find a reserve lineup

Let's face it, we're highly unlikely to be in the Europa League. I'm not saying we play TC and our U18's only, but ff we're in the Conference League then TC and our best younger players 100% SHOULD be played in the early rounds and group stage (along with some first teamers for balance) as their level should be good enough to beat those teams.

Dont forget we did exactly the same in the Europa League group stages with the likes of Stockdale, Smalling, Bjorn Helge Riise, Greening, Nevland, Stephen Kelly and even Gera (who only started half the league games that season and only started to get more regular game time in the PL after his performances in Europe): I don't remember too many of our fans moaning or p****d off then.

[demeant0r]

Ref the club holding off on decisions about offering contract renewals / activating options, I imagine we are waiting to find out if we qualify for Europe or not and that makes sense.

Would like to see Tete, Adama and Raul (1 year for him) get new deals/options triggered regardless.

TC I would only extend if we get into Europe for 1 year max as I think it would suit his style of play and he'd be a good option on a Thursday to rest the first teamers, plus provide experience and game control while (hopefully) blooding youngsters such as King, Harris and Godo. Also means we can rest as much of the PL first XI as possible for the league games unless/until we hopefully get to the later stages.

Willian will always be class and might do a job in Europe but I'd err on the side of not offering a new deal as his wages for PSR considerations and further drop off due to age means that budget might be better utilised elsewhere. Far too high wages for a whole season as a 37 year old backup winger. I'd move on Vini and bring in a younger player who can play up top and on the wing.

Surely we go into the competition wanting to win it, I would be pretty P****d off to pay hotels, flights etc only to find a reserve lineup

Let's face it, we're highly unlikely to be in the Europa League. I'm not saying we play TC and our U18's only, but ff we're in the Conference League then TC and our best younger players 100% SHOULD be played in the early rounds and group stage (along with some first teamers for balance) as their level should be good enough to beat those teams.

Dont forget we did exactly the same in the Europa League group stages with the likes of Stockdale, Smalling, Bjorn Helge Riise, Greening, Nevland, Stephen Kelly and even Gera (who only started half the league games that season and only started to get more regular game time in the PL after his performances in Europe): I don't remember too many of our fans moaning or p****d off then.

Agreed. I don't think we need a particularly strong squad to go deep into the Conference League (you can see by how poor West Ham are but manage to win it) but we need depth. It's not a slight on the Conference League, I'd much rather we be in the competition than not at all. I'd like Fulham to win something in my lifetime.

[Deeping_white]

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[demeant0r]

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But this would mean Tete is not signing. We simply can't have three first team RBs.