Fulham enter talks to sell “dangerous” player to PL rivals in January

As they contemplate losing one of their most valuable assets, the Cottagers have started talks.

According to a recent report, Fulham is in negotiations to sell one of their regular features to a Premier League rival in January.

Rumors of Fulham’s departure

Joao Palhinha was on the verge of signing a contract to join Bayern Munich during the summer; he had already traveled for his medical. However, the deal fell through late on deadline day, and it is thought that his supporters will explore alternative options in the upcoming days.

Since then, a number of MLS and Saudi Arabian clubs have been keeping an eye on Willian, so he has also been connected to a departure. However, if the latest information is accurate, he may not be the only player who is about to leave.

After initially joining the team in 2020 from Wigan Athletic, left-back Antonee Robinson has developed into a vital member of the senior team, playing in 128 games over his three and a bit years at Craven Cottage (Transfermarkt – Robinson statistics).

With a match rating of 6.97 (WhoScored – Fulham statistics), the USA international has solidly established himself as Marco Silva’s overall second-best-performing player thus far this season. The 26-year-old’s strong form has drawn attention on Merseyside.

Robinson is approached by Fulham

Robinson’s agent, 90min, claims that Robinson has received an inquiry from Liverpool for the player. Robinson is eager to move on to new opportunities in January, thus it’s thought that the two teams are currently in talks to talk about a swap.

“90min understands that Liverpool has contacted Fulham to negotiate a January transfer window deal for left-back Antonee Robinson. Robinson is amenable to relocating to Anfield, and Liverpool is currently trying to reach a deal with Fulham, sources have confirmed to 90min.

Silva must continue using “dangerous” Robinson.

Robinson, a left-back, excels in the defensive element of his game naturally, as evidenced by the fact that this season he has averaged 2.7 interceptions, 2.6 tackles, and exactly the same amount of clearances per game in the top division (WhoScored – Robinson statistics).

The Milton Keynes native can also create an effect at the other end of the field by bursting down the wing. Since the beginning of the season, he has recorded 61 crosses, which is the second-highest number among all of his teammates (FBRef – Fulham statistics).

 

With 12 appearances, 9 assists, and 3 goals for the Cottagers during his time in the capital, Silva’s left-footed ace has demonstrated his ability to convert these opportunities into goals, giving the impression that he is a very well-rounded player.

Robinson can be “dangerous” on the break when he works with his attacking counterpart Willian higher up the pitch, according to Josh Bunting. The club should opt to keep Robinson on after January since the loss would be devastating.