Fulham are looking to plan a deal for Arsenal Winger Reiss Nelson. The player has already played for Fulham last season on a loan deal from Arsenal. Although his first season was difficult because of his injury issues, Fulham still want to make an offer to sign him soon. Fulham Feel that if Nelson is fit he is a top level player and fit’s the Manager’s Play style. This transfer deal can become the first signing of this summer for Fulham.
Fulham Offer for Reiss Nelson – Deal Details
According to top journalists in Europe, Fulham have made contacts with Arsenal to know the situation of a deal for Reiss Nelson. In this case, Sources say that they are planning to discuss a loan deal with a buy option clause for him. In the last season, Nelson was on loan at Fulham and he made 12-13 appearances and scored around 2 goals. However, he got a hamstring injury and he was out for the season.
As of now, Arsenal have not agreed the Deal and it’s structure with Fulham. Fulham want this deal to be done quickly before Arsenal depart for pre season tour.
In this case, Many sources are saying that Fulham are prepared to make an offer of around £15 million. However, Arsenal want a price of around £22-25 million for him. They Believe that Nelson is a top player and can develop into a high rated player. Also, the Gunners will get pure profit from a home grown player.
What it means for Fulham and Reiss Nelson?
For Reiss Nelson : He is 25 years old. Now, he will want to get regular playing time to show his talent to the world. However, he got two hamstring injuries that needed surgery and this paused his last season. Meanwhile, a move to Fulham will help him in his career. He knows the play style of Fulham’s Manager. Also, he will get playing time which he may not get if he stays at Arsenal.
For Fulham : Fulham have not signed anyone this summer. They finished 11th last season. However, they will want to get a good position in the season 2025/26. Fulham have difficulty in creating chances and team depth. If they sign Nelson, he will add pace, creativity and smartness in his game. Even a loan deal with an option to buy will give them flexibility and will help them avoid spending lots of money.
Arsenal Stance on Reiss Nelson
Arsenal feel that Nelson is a top level young player. However, he is like an ‘extra’ in their attacking plans. The Gunners have recently signed Noni Madueke for the price of £52 million. Now, they are focusing and planning on a deal for Eberechi Eze from Crystal Palace. Therefore, there are already lot of attacking option and Nelson may not get a game time.
Nelson has two years left on his contract with an option to extend for another one year. Arsenal are now open to a loan or a permanent deal for him. In this case, his sale can help Arsenal get pure profit and balance the Financial Fair Play situation.
Author’s Opinion
Fulham’s interest in signing Reiss Nelson is logical. He has showed moments of the talent before he got injured. If he remains fit he can be a big asset to team. Fulham needs to get some creative players and Nelson is what they need.
If Arsenal ask for huge transfer money, a loan with an option to buy will be a good deal. Nelson will need regular playing time in this time of his career. Fulham needs attacking options. Therefore, this will be a good deal for all the parties that are involved.
It will be interesting to see how the deal goes. Can Fulham get a deal done for Reiss Nelson? What’s next in future for Nelson?
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