Marco Silva has said that Fulham will add a centre back and a defensive midfielder before the end of the August transfer window.
The Portuguese head coach is targeting those positions as he seeks to strengthen his squad ahead of the start of the Premier League season. Speaking during his press conference earlier this afternoon, Silva admitted his main priority was to find a new holding midfielder to replace the departed Joao Palhina:
“It is an area we going to sign a player, definitely. We are pleased that we have Sasa Lukic and Harrison Reed with us, they can play in that position, and higher up the pitch as well. But yes we are going to sign a player for that position.”
The Fulham boss also confirmed he wants to add another defender to his ranks.
“It’s clear, when you lose two central defenders. We signed Jorge Cuenca. We’re really pleased to have him with us. I think he’s going to be a big big surprise for everyone that doesn’t know him. It was a great opportunity in the market. He can play as a left back as well. That’s important. But yes, the central defence is another position we are going to cover. If it’s Premier League experience or not, the market will dictate sometimes. We talked about some names, lets see if they will be from the Premier League or abroad. But for sure we have to sign a player for that position.”
Could be a very well balanced squad this season.
My glass was half full. Now it’s overflowing!!!
Its all conjecture at the moment who we will actually sign. My choice for mid field would be Andre and/ or Phillips but only on loan with the option to buy. Central defender my preference would be either Chalobah or Toure as they are younger. We do not want to sign Andersen or Carlos for silly money as they would have little resale value. I am sure we all have various opinions. I am still against McTominay basically because he does not want to sign for us
We have been talking about Andre for 2years now and still haven’t got him why is this, I also think Toure would be a good signing.
Our ship will sail steadily with Silva at the helm. Both positions will be filled with quality signings and as a result our squad will be very balanced. My only worry is where will we get our goals from. I still believe Jimenez is a quality striker and if Muniz finds his form we will come out good. I would still be happier if we sign another forward/winger.
With Stansfield staying I think we’ll be good with just these 2 more signings. Ideally they’d be permanent but I guess loan is ok given where we are. We seem to be hunting quality players so hopefully we’ll get these 2 in asap. If we get these 2 then we’ll be fine.
Phillips is too much of a risk and he will take time – looks like he is going to Ipswich. £40M for Anderson, too much. For just a little extra get Andre and Carlos over the line and we have the depth and experience we need to push forward this Season. Great that Stansfield staying, yes please, her will only get better and he needs PL time now.
Why are people so obsessed with resale value?! By all accounts Anderson loved this club and only left to play top flight football. Who is to say that we sign Anderson and he gives us 6-7 years of being a leader and then leaves with our blessing