Fulham prepares for Alvaro Arbeloa's arrival while pursuing Madrid academy prospects
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 25, 2026, 7:00 PM
Last updated Jun 25, 2026
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.
- •Fulham to finalize Arbeloa's three-year coaching contract.
- •Club targets academy players from Real Madrid's Castilla team.
- •Arbeloa prioritizes youth development in his coaching vision.
- •Players familiar with Arbeloa's methods may join Fulham if possible.
- 7:00 PMYahoo Sports — Arbeloa eyes four Real Madrid academy talents as he nears Fulham move – report
"Fulham have already begun laying the foundations for the reign of Alvaro Arbeloa, with the former Real Madrid coach set to take charge on a three-year contract.Although the appointment is still awaiti...
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