Fulham manager Alvaro Arbeloa faces an uncertain future with reports suggesting his tenure may end before the November international break. The club currently sits 15th in the Premier League with 8 points from eight games, having recorded two wins, two draws and four losses.

Keith Wyness, the former Everton chief executive, believes a change is imminent. "I still don't expect Arbeloa to last later than November," Wyness said.

Recent form and relegation battle context

Fulham have won their last two matches, beating Hull City and Coventry City, to halt a slide that had seen them take just two points from the three games prior. Their recent form reads three wins, one draw and one loss from their last five outings, which includes a 2-1 defeat to Ipswich and a 1-1 draw with Manchester United. Despite this upturn, they remain one of the clubs looking over their shoulder early in the season, sitting in the bottom three. The three newly-promoted sides are performing well, intensifying the pressure on established top-flight clubs like Fulham, who are now 13 points behind the league leaders, Manchester City.

The team's next challenge is a significant one: an away fixture against Aston Villa this Saturday 31 October. Villa are ninth in the table, presenting a stern test for Arbeloa's side. The outcome of this match could be key for both the club's league position and the manager's future. Fans can view the full fixtures schedule for the weeks ahead.

Fulham's squad, will need to build on the momentum from their recent victories. The win at Coventry was secured by an 80th-minute goal from Oscar Bobb, assisted by Josh King. Before that, Alex Iwobi scored the only goal in the 33rd minute of the 1-0 victory over Hull, assisted by Sander Berge. The team's overall record of eight goals scored and ten conceded this season highlights the need for greater attacking consistency.

With the international break looming after this weekend's games, the club's hierarchy faces a critical decision. The match at Villa Park will be closely watched as a barometer of the team's direction under Arbeloa. A positive result could provide respite, while another defeat may accelerate plans for change. The club has not commented publicly on the manager's position.

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