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Under Álvaro Arbeloa, Fulham is working on the signings of defender Kike Salas and midfielder Lucien Agoumé, both aged 24 and coming from Sevilla. The upcoming transfer market of Sevilla transfers could be a significant blow to the project.
The London club's aspirations involve completing a double operation during the winter transfer market of 2027, but Arsenal also presents competition. Arsenal sent scouts to the Ramón Sánchez-Pizjuán stadium during the last match against Espanyol.
Tracking Kike Salas and Sevilla's Demands to Authorize His Departure
Central defender Kike Salas has solidified his place in Sevilla's defense since arriving in January 2023, also amassing 4 caps with Spain's U-21 team. Valued at €14.00 million on Transfermarkt, the defender is under contract with the Andalusian club until June 2029.
Due to the lengthy contract, Sevilla's management is not in a rush to sell him and will demand a high sum to transfer him to English football. Both Fulham and Arsenal assessed his performance live during the recent draw against Espanyol, preparing for initial talks in January.
Competition between Fulham and Arsenal for Lucien Agoumé's Signing
In midfield, under Álvaro Arbeloa's guidance, the team aims to add Lucien Agoumé to strengthen the defensive aspect. The 24-year-old French midfielder, signed by Sevilla in August 2024, has a contract until June 2028, 14 appearances for France's U-21 team, and a valuation of €15.00 million.

Unlike the stance taken with the Spanish defender, Sevilla's hierarchy is open to negotiating the sale of the midfielder if the financial offer meets their valuation. Fulham aims to expedite negotiations to prevent Arsenal from making a formal bid for the player.
The sporting directors of both British clubs will closely monitor LaLiga matches in October and November 2026. Fulham plans to engage in talks with Sevilla's board in the first week of December 2026 to attempt a joint transfer before January 1, 2027.
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