Fulham face Sunderland with Andersen back
Fulham are in talks to sign Eintracht Frankfurt midfielder Hugo Larsson. The Sweden international, open to a Premier League move, could cost about £25m.
Fulham are close to signing Real Madrid Castilla captain Manuel Angel after frustration in their pursuit of Thiago Pitarch. The 22-year-old midfielder made 7 senior appearances last season.
Kenny Tete is set to join Everton for £9m, with Fulham moving to wrap up a deal for Andrei Ratiu.
Fulham fans expect an attacking, high-risk Arbeloa side. Andersen returns, Garcia has impressed, Palacios needs time, and a 4-2-3-1 with King central is forecast.
Samuel Amissah has completed a medical with Estoril and is set to leave Fulham. A loan was the original plan, but a permanent move has not been ruled out.
Fulham travel to Sunderland with Tom Cairney the only senior absentee. Joachim Andersen returns from suspension after the cup win over AFC Wimbledon.
Sunderland predict Fulham’s high line could suit them, with Wilson Isidor tipped to start. Fulham’s defence are seen as vulnerable.
Fulham under-21 captain Jayden Quashie has signed a new 3-year deal. The midfielder scored 5 goals and made 6 assists last season as he targets the first team.
Fulham are in talks with Roma over Matias Soule before the 1 September deadline. The 23-year-old Argentine has also attracted interest from Milan.
Sunderland writers largely back a home win, citing Fulham’s suspect defending despite last season’s double. Most expect chances at both ends and a tough test for Fulham.
Fulham or AFC Wimbledon were drawn away to West Ham in the League Cup third round. The tie is set for the second week of September.
