Fulham Secures Oscar Bobb from Man City for £27 Million

Fulham has finalized a deal to sign winger Oscar Bobb from Manchester City for a reported fee of £27 million (approximately $37 million). The transfer was confirmed on January 7, 2024, and includes a 20% sell-on clause for City, along with matching rights on any future bids for the 22-year-old player.

Bobb expressed his excitement about joining Fulham, stating, “It feels great to be here. I had a great day meeting everyone and I’m very excited.” He will don the No. 14 shirt at the club. The young Norwegian international has been aware of Fulham’s reputation as a strong club with talented players and a fantastic stadium. He mentioned that discussions with his friend and teammate Sander Berge, as well as with the manager, helped ease his decision to move.

Marco Silva, the manager of Fulham, explained the club’s playing style and the camaraderie among the players, which contributed to Bobb’s choice. He noted, “He seemed lovely, so it was an easy decision basically.” The addition of Bobb is expected to enhance Fulham’s attacking options, complementing a front line that includes notable players such as Aleksandar Mitrović and Harry Wilson.

Bobb joined Manchester City in 2021 and made 15 appearances for the team this season. However, his position in the squad changed following City’s acquisition of a new forward earlier in the January transfer window, leading to his decision to seek more playing time with Fulham.

The transfer marks a significant investment for Fulham as they look to bolster their squad for the ongoing season. With Bobb’s agility and skill on the wing, the club aims to improve its offensive strategy and secure a stronger position in the league.

As the January transfer window continues, Fulham fans will be eager to see how Bobb integrates into the team and contributes to their campaign.