EXCLUSIVE: Fulham return to Fluminense midfielder Andre over January move

Jacque Talbot

• 18 Jan 2024 01:15 CST
• 2 min read

Exclusive

Fulham have made a remarkable about-face in their stance on Andre, as revealed exclusively by FootballTransfers. Despite severing ties earlier this month and signaling a shift in focus to alternative winter window targets, the Cottagers have recently reopened discussions with the 22-year-old forward, indicating a potential reunion.

Initially, Fulham communicated to both Andre and his current club, Fluminense, that they were exploring other options in the transfer market. While our previous reports suggested that the pursuit of Joao Palhinha would not impact the decision to pursue Andre, recent developments have underscored the Portuguese international's significance to the Premier League side.

Sources close to the matter have disclosed that Fulham's second approach to Andre has yielded positive talks, keeping alive the prospect of a move in the ongoing transfer window. Our sources affirm that discussions between the player and the club have progressed well, and personal terms are not anticipated to pose a hindrance. The ball is now in Fulham's court to formulate a concrete offer and materialize the potential transfer.

FootballTransfers previously reported in January that Andre engaged in discussions with Fulham manager Marco Silva, finding encouragement in the outlined project. Alistair Mackintosh, the club's CEO, also played a role in the negotiations, holding talks with Fluminense during his visit to Brazil following the 2023 Copa Libertadores final.

Who are Fulham's other targets?

In addition to the Andre pursuit, Fulham is actively seeking reinforcement in the striker position. While Albert Gudmundsson of Genoa is a highly regarded option, the club may exercise patience and defer their approach until the summer transfer window. Gudmundsson, aged 26, boasts an impressive record of ten goals in 19 matches across all competitions this season and offers versatility across the frontline.

Our Estimated Transfer Value (ETV) algorithm pegs Gudmundsson's market value at €8.1 million. With his current contract set to expire in 2027, Fulham is evidently eyeing the Icelandic international as a potential summer acquisition, adding another layer of intrigue to their ongoing transfer dealings.