We kick off Friday’s Premier League transfer rumor roundup with reports of a potential three-way battle for a striker. According to Sport1, both Fulham and West Ham are contemplating bids for Saša Kalajdžić, the underutilized striker at Wolves. Having amassed a mere 282 minutes of first-team action this season, the towering forward is reportedly on the radars of the interested clubs.
Kalajdžić made the switch to Wanderers from Eintracht Frankfurt in a deal valued at approximately £15.6 million last year but faced a serious knee injury early in his English stint, hindering his impact on the first-team setup at Molineux. Consequently, a loan move in January seems increasingly likely, with Bundesliga and Premier League outfits, including Fulham and West Ham, said to have made overtures in anticipation of potential offers.
The 3AM Verdict: Kalajdžić undoubtedly possesses talent, but a combination of misfortune and Wolves’ commendable form has limited his opportunities. Therefore, a loan arrangement could benefit all parties involved, and his abilities could be instrumental for either West Ham or Fulham. This situation warrants close attention in the coming weeks.
On the Fulham front, 90min reports that Liverpool have expressed interest in potentially securing a January deal for full-back Antonee Robinson. The Reds find themselves in need of a natural left-sided defender due to injuries to Andy Robertson and his understudy Kostas Tsimikas, leading them to deploy Joe Gomez in that position during the festive period.
Consequently, a January move for a left-back appears plausible, with Robinson emerging as a potential option for Jurgen Klopp’s side. While it’s known that Liverpool have reached out to Fulham, the likelihood of the Cottagers being open to parting with a key first-team figure who recently extended his stay in West London over the summer remains uncertain. Nonetheless, reports suggest Robinson himself is eager for the prospective transfer.
The 3AM Verdict: This appears somewhat speculative. While Robinson may be keen on the move, and Liverpool’s financial clout could potentially sway Fulham, the willingness to invest a significant sum in a player likely to serve as backup once Robertson returns from injury in the new year remains in question.
