FULHAM SPLASH THE CASH
The newly promoted London club have spared no expense in their attempt to make their name in the top flight, having reportedly spent every cent of their $75,000,000 budget. The club released a press release earlier today announcing their 5 signings.
MANAGER
Zinedine Zidane
After winning the Champions League three times in a row with Real Madrid, Zizou decided to step down from his role. The French Manager has now decided he is due for more of a challenge by replacing Scott Parker at new;y promoted Fulham.
When asked why he joined he club, he simply stated "I just want to see my family again"
TRANSFERS
Federico Chiesa - Fiorentina - $50,000,000
The young Italian joins Fulham on a permanent 5 year deal costing the club almost their entire transfer budget. Chiesa is being described as one of the best young Italians to break through in the last two years having already registered 11 caps for his country.
Kristoffer Ajer - Celtic - $16,000,000
Another young talent joins Fulham. 21 year old Norwegian Kristoffer Ajer will enjoy a 6 and a half hour drive south on the M6 to join his new teammates at Craven Cottage. The youngster has been at Celtic for the last two season and has thoroughly impressed fans. Ajer was reported say he needed a new challenge as the Scottish League was becoming too easy.
Sergio Rico - Sevilla - $8,200,000
Sergio Rico was only intended to join the club on a season long loan but Fulham have recognised the need for a young keeper and have decided to make the transfer permanent. Rico was the first name on the team sheet in all Sevilla's three consecutive Europa League Titles.
LOANS
Vinicuis Jr - Real Madrid
The 18 year old Brazilian recently joined Real Madrid from boyhood club Flamengo for $45,000,000, a national record. Real Madrid believe it will be best for the young lad to play in the more physical English game before being implemented into their plans.
Vincent Janssen - Tottenham Hotspur
Vincent Janssen has struggled to make his mark at fellow London club Tottenham after joining the club from AZ in the Eredivisie. Janssen was awarded the golden boot in his last season in Holland but has only managed 2 goals in the Premier League. The Fulham board believe the player can meet his potential at the club.