Fulham step up talks with Manchester City winger
Fulham takes decisive action in the transfer market and opens signing negotiations Oscar Bob Sign a permanent agreement Manchester City. According to Fabrizio Romano, a proposal worth around £35 million is on the table and talks are currently underway with Manchester City.
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There is competition. Borussia Dortmund They have maintained their enthusiasm since December and are expected to decide soon whether to formally express their interest. The looming decision adds urgency to Fulham’s approach but also highlights how highly Bobb is rated across Europe.
For Fulham, it was a firm signal of intent. Acting early, setting a clear valuation and attracting City directly demonstrates the club’s confidence in its trajectory and recruitment strategy.
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Even a few seasons ago, Fulham fans could not have imagined paying £35m for a Manchester City player.
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Bob represents ambition and talent. Supporters are hungry for players who can lift the mood at Craven Cottage and those you turn up early to watch warm up. The thought of beating Borussia Dortmund to signing such a player adds an extra layer of excitement. It feels like Fulham are no longer shopping on the fringes but entering the conversation at a genuine European level.
And trust in the environment. Fans believe Fulham can offer something that City currently cannot: consistent playing time, responsibility and a squad capable of maximizing their attacking talent. The idea of Bob being the focal point rather than a rotation option is very appealing.
Of course there are risks. £35m is a huge sum of money and supporters know a transfer is never a guarantee. But it felt like a calculated jump rather than a reckless one. If Fulham manage to pull this off, it will send a message to the league that progress is no longer theoretical but happening.
For excited fans, this kind of news inspires more confidence than a single signing.
