With rumors of Andreas Pereira’s potential departure not going away, Fulham now they reportedly intended to sign a contract on demand Premier League conjunction for Marco Silva.
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The Cottagers remain one of the most exciting teams to watch in the Premier League. Fulham are no longer a side losing their battle to avoid relegation, Fulham have become an established Premier League side once again under Silva – who is doing an excellent job. However, his side’s recent success may not go without consequences. In fact, they could become victims of their own success.
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With the January transfer window now open, Fulham reportedly fear Marseille could rekindle their interest in Pereira and secure the Brazilian’s signature this month. And they are not the only supposedly interested club. Recently reports indicate that Brazilian club Fluminense are making progress in negotiations to sign a midfielder, which would be a huge blow this month.
That fear seems to have led them straight to a potential replacement. According to Football Insider, Fulham are now considering signing Will Hughes which could be without any cost if he leaves Crystal Palace as a free agent at the end of the season.
But the London club are not the only interested parties, West Ham United and local rivals Brentford are also monitoring the situation. A player with plenty of Premier League experience, the interest in Hughes’ signature should come as no surprise.
From a business point of view, selling Pereira for an impressive fee and welcoming a possible replacement in the summer without having to run out themselves could represent a wise move for everyone involved at Fulham.
“Leader” Hughes could easily replace Pereira
More combative than the elegant Pereira, Hughes would immediately step in for the Brazilian at Craven Cottage and sit alongside Alex Iwobi and Saša Lukić. Forming a tireless three midfield, Silva’s side could even benefit from swapping the old for the new while cashing in wisely.
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Statistics of the Premier League 24/25 (via FBref) |
Will Hughes |
Andreas Pereira |
|---|---|---|
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Goals |
0 |
2 |
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Assists |
3 |
1 |
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Tackles won |
21 |
4 |
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Ball recovery |
66 |
62 |
Also capable of creating while completing impressive work on the ball, it’s no surprise that Hughes was at the centre Compliments of Oliver Glasner during his tenure at Crystal Palace.
The Palace manager told reporters he transferred to Tribal Football last month: “Will Hughes is not just a performer, he’s a leader in the dressing room. He’s an experienced guy, English, he’s been here for a few years, he knows the club, he knows his team-mates, and of course he’s an extremely good footballer.
“His passing, his combativeness, and he is one of the few players, maybe a little older generation, who talk on the pitch. Every coach is looking for some guys who talk on the pitch, he is one of them, so he is very important for our game .”
Crystal Palace have the option to extend Hughes’ contract at Selhurst Park, but if they don’t, Fulham could be in a position to make a cheap move.
