Joachim Andersen makes up mind on Fulham move after offer – sources
Fulham top target Joachim Andersen is content at Crystal Palace amid speculation over his future, sources have told Football Insider.
Football Insider revealed on Monday (12 August) that the Cottagers have launched a £20million swoop to bring the 28-year-old back to the club – but will not be successful at that price.
Additionally, Palace are unwilling to sell Andersen with Marc Guehi a big-money target for Newcastle.The Denmark international could be next in line for the captaincy after filling in for Guehi in the latter stages of the 2023-24 campaign.
Sources say Andersen is happy to remain at Palace and wait for a bigger club to come in for him if his impressive performances continue.He spent the 2020-21 campaign on loan at Fulham, but he is not currently considering a return to Craven Cottage.
Andersen joined the Croydon outfit for a reported fee of more than £17million three years ago and is under contract until June 2026.
He has made 112 appearances for the Eagles in that time.In other news, Stoke City open talks to sign Fulham star.For more Fulham and exclusive news, follow us on Facebook or join our brand new WhatsApp Channel for instant updates to be sent straight to your phone.
In a recent move that has stirred the transfer market, Fulham have made an audacious attempt to strengthen their defensive lineup by submitting an improved offer for Crystal Palace’s stalwart defender, Joachim Andersen. As reported by David Ornstein of The Athletic, Fulham’s determination is clear as they have increased their initial £20 million bid to an attractive £25 million, supplemented with an additional £5 million in potential add-ons. This bold strategy underscores Fulham’s intent to secure Andersen’s services, inching closer to Palace’s valuation near the £40 million mark.
Since joining Crystal Palace from Lyon for a fee around €22 million, Andersen has been a pillar of consistency. With 112 appearances in all competitions and starting every Premier League game last season, his influence within the squad is undeniable. His robust defending and leadership qualities have evidently caught the eye of several clubs, but it is Fulham who are showing the most concrete interest as they look to bring him back to familiar territory.
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