Fulham are leading the race to sign Ethan Nwaneri, a 19-year-old attacking midfielder, after Arsenal's transfer reveal. The Cottagers have odds slashed to 2/1 to sign Nwaneri, who has struggled for game time at two clubs. Nwaneri's 2025-26 campaign did not go to plan from an individual standpoint, as he struggled for game time at two different clubs. The 19-year-old only made three starts for Arsenal in the first half of the campaign, leading Marseille to sign him on loan in the January window. Nwaneri scored on his debut for the Ligue 1 side, but only featured 10 more times for the rest of the season and sat on the bench for their final four league fixtures. The attacking midfielder has played a big part in Arsenal's pre-season campaign, but was left out of the squad for their Community Shield win over Man City. Numerous clubs in the Premier League and across Europe are keen on signing him before the close of the window, with Fulham backed to win the race as it stands.

What happened? Fulham have been named as an interested party, alongside the likes of AC Milan, Red Bull Leipzig and Borussia Dortmund. Alvaro Arbeloa is ramping up the Cottagers' business over the coming weeks, with just four first-team signings made so far this summer.

Why it matters for Fulham The 19-year-old may have struggled over the last 12 months, but still holds the record for being the youngest player in Premier League history and has shone at senior level in the past. Arsenal's drive for success has seen him fall down Mikel Arteta's pecking order in midfield, yet Fulham may not be the only English club keen on his services. Sources have previously revealed to Football Insider that Newcastle are keen on signing Nwaneri this summer in their search for more depth in attacking midfield. Everton were also linked to the 19-year-old earlier in the window, so Fulham may still face stern competition from these shores, as well as abroad.

What comes next? The 2025-26 season may be over, but the transfer window is still open, and Fulham are looking to make a statement with their signings. With Nwaneri's record and potential, it's no surprise that Fulham are leading the race to sign him. League standing (final 2025 table -- new season not yet under way): 11th in Premier League, 52 pts, 15W-7D-16L from 38 games, recent form WDLLW. Goals this season: 47 scored, 51 conceded (-4 goal difference). Title race: 33 points behind leaders Arsenal. Last result: Fulham 2-0 Newcastle (2026-05-24). Recent form (last 5): 2W-2D-1L (WWDDL, most recent first); on a 2-game winning run. Next fixture: vs Ipswich (away, 2026-10-10).