Manuel Angel Poised for Premier League Move to Fulham
The summer transfer window has not yet concluded for Real Madrid’s youth teams, with several players still potentially departing RM Castilla. Among those is Manuel Angel, who has attracted interest from clubs such as Cadiz and Almeria.
Heading toward a Premier League adventure, Manuel Angel is reportedly closing in on a transfer to Fulham, as indicated by Diario AS. Reports state that negotiations have progressed swiftly, positioning Fulham as the frontrunner for the midfielder’s signature.
The transfer will hinge on the rights associated with the player. Historically, Real Madrid has sought to retain 30% of a player’s transfer rights, and it remains to be seen if they will employ a similar strategy in this case.
Manuel Angel, affectionately known as ‘Mami’ at Valdebebas, will be yet another acquisition for Fulham, which has been focused on securing talent from Real Madrid this summer. The club has already added Cesar Palacios and Gonzalo Garcia to its roster, influenced by new head coach Alvaro Arbeloa.
Although Arbeloa had aspirations to sign Thiago Pitarch, he has turned to Manuel Angel, as Real Madrid was reluctant to let a first-team midfielder go. While Angel might not immediately become a starter at Fulham, his relationship with Arbeloa could significantly benefit his development. Having previously collaborated with Arbeloa, the coach knows well the young talent’s capabilities, making this transfer an intriguing opportunity for both player and club.
It is clear that the mass exodus in the Real Madrid youth teams this summer has not quite ended.
There are still multiple players who could leave RM Castilla in the final days of the transfer market.
One of the main candidates has been Manuel Angel, who has been a subject of interest for clubs like Cadiz and Almeria.
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Closing in on Fulham move
Angel is set for a Premier League move. (Photo by Alex Caparros/Getty Images)
However, instead of remaining in Spain, Manuel Angel could be set for a move to the Premier League.
According to Diario AS, Angel is closing in on a move to Fulham, with the operation being described as almost closed.
This comes on the back of a speedy advance in negotiations last night, with Fulham now emerging as the firm favourites to sign the midfielder.
The only thing left on the table is the transfer rights of the player. In previous cases, Real Madrid have tried to retain 30% of the player’s transfer rights and it will be interesting to see whether they will follow the formula here.
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A familiar atmosphere for ‘Mami’
Alvaro Arbeloa has no shortage of Real Madrid talents this season. (Photo by Mike Hewitt/Getty Images)
Manuel Angel, nicknamed ‘Mami’ at Valdebebas, is going to Fulham and will represent yet another coup for the Premier League club, who have doubled down on signing Real Madrid talents this summer.
Indeed, Fulham have already signed Cesar Palacios and Gonzalo Garcia from Real Madrid this summer, thanks to the influence of new coach Alvaro Arbeloa.
Although Arbeloa ideally wanted to sign Thiago Pitarch, he had to settle for Manuel Angel as Real Madrid presumably did not want to part ways with the first-team midfielder.
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Although Manuel Angel might not be a regular starter in the Fulham team as Garcia, his reunion with Arbeloa could make a world of sense for his progression.
The youngster has worked with Arbeloa in the past, and the coach is well aware of his strengths and weaknesses. Whether or not he can fulfil his potential in the Premier League remains to be seen.
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