Niemi retires from football

Fulham goalkeeper Antti Niemi has announced his retirement from professional football. The goalkeeper underwent surgery to correct a wrist injury in late June but began to experience discomfort again in early August. As a result, he had further surgery and was due to...

Niemi wants to fight for Fulham spot

Fulham goalkeeper Antti Niemi is determined to fight for his starting place at the club despite being linked with Liverpool. The Finland international joined the Cottagers from Southampton in 2006 and has had a good two seasons with the club, but now finds his first...

Kallio signs two-year deal

Fulham have signed Finland defender Toni Kallio on a permanent two-year deal after he arrived at Craven Cottage on loan in January. The versatile 29-year-old signed from Swiss side BSC Young Boys and played under Fulham boss Roy Hodgson during his time as...

Fulham looking to land Litmanen

Fulham are reported to be planning a surprise move for veteran forward Jari Litmanen. Reports emanating from Finland claim Litmanen is due to arrive in London for a short trial so that Roy Hodgson can assess the former Liverpool man’s fitness. Hodgson knows all...

Hodgson launches Tainio bid

Fulham boss Roy Hodgson is ready to offer £2m for Tottenham midfielder Teemi Tainio, according to the Daily Mail. The Finland international has made 14 starts for Spurs this season but only one since Juande Ramos took over in October. He still has 18 months left on...