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Fulham are closing in on the appointment of Alvaro Arbeloa as their new manager. The Cottagers have been searching for a successor to Marco Silva, who joined Benfica after his contract expired.
What's the latest on Arbeloa's appointment?
According to Spanish football expert Guillem Balague, Arbeloa is nearing the completion of a move to Fulham. Balague stated that Arbeloa has laid out his plans for the club, including rejuvenating the squad and adding two or three players capable of raising the level immediately.
Why Arbeloa is the right choice for Fulham
Arbeloa's experience as Real Madrid manager during the second half of last season makes him an attractive candidate for the role. His Castilla side had a clear identity, with possession, high pressing, intensity, and the desire to dominate games being key principles.
| Stat | Value |
|---|---|
| League standing | 11th in Premier League, 52 pts, 15W-7D-16L from 38 games |
| Recent form | 2W-2D-1L (WWDDL, most recent first) |
| Goals this season | 47 scored, 51 conceded (-4 goal difference) |
What comes next for Fulham?
With Harry Wilson signing for Leeds United and Raul Jimenez joining Wolverhampton Wanderers, Fulham need Arbeloa in place as soon as possible to address their lack of quality squad depth. As Balague alluded to, Arbeloa may only make up to three additions, but they are expected to be players who can make an immediate impact in the first team.
Fulham's current situation is precarious, with the team having just finished the season with a near-miss in qualifying for Europe for 2026-27. Their last result was a 2-0 win over Newcastle on 2026-05-24. Currently sidelined are J. Kusi Asare and R. Sessegnon.
