Fulham prepares for Alvaro Arbeloa's arrival while pursuing Madrid academy prospects

Fulham is preparing for Alvaro Arbeloa's expected appointment as head coach, aiming to finalize his three-year contract. With Arbeloa's experience at Real Madrid, the club is reportedly targeting four Castilla academy players: Cesar Palacios, Manuel Angel, Thiago Pitarch, and Jorge Cestero. Arbeloa is interested in these players to help implement his football philosophy at Fulham, focusing on youth development. Sources indicate that several youngsters from his past are open to the opportunity should agreements be reached.

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