Fulham have reportedly reached a verbal agreement with West Ham United over the potential transfer of striker Michail Antonio. Sky Sports has confirmed that the two Premier League clubs are in advanced talks, and while the deal is not yet fully finalized, personal terms and formalities are expected to follow soon.
Michail Antonio has been a pivotal figure for West Ham since joining in 2015, scoring crucial goals and leading their line with strength and versatility. However, with the arrival of new players at the London Stadium and Antonio approaching the latter stages of his career, the club appears willing to let the 34-year-old explore new challenges. Fulham, on the other hand, are keen to add an experienced striker to their ranks following the departure of Aleksandar Mitrović to Al-Hilal during the summer.
Antonio’s potential move to Craven Cottage could be a significant addition for Marco Silva’s side, who have struggled with consistency in their attacking options. Antonio brings with him a wealth of Premier League experience, having scored 61 goals in 236 appearances for West Ham. His physical presence and ability to hold up play could perfectly complement Fulham’s style of play, offering Silva more tactical flexibility in attack.
West Ham are reportedly open to the deal, as they look to reshuffle their forward options and bring in younger talent. The verbal agreement suggests that the transfer is edging closer to completion, with only the finer details left to be ironed out.
If Antonio makes the switch, it would mark a significant transfer for Fulham, bolstering their squad with a proven Premier League performer as they look to maintain their top-flight status and push for a mid-table finish.
