Fulham have made a significant move by agreeing to sign Ryan Sessegnon as a free agent. The former Tottenham Hotspur left-back, who had been training with Crystal Palace, will rejoin Fulham, beating competition from several Premier League clubs.
- Fulham have secured Ryan Sessegnon on a free transfer.
- Sessegnon had been training with Crystal Palace after his contract with Tottenham ended.
- Fulham beat several Premier League clubs to sign Sessegnon.
Fulham’s Strategic Signing of Ryan Sessegnon
Fulham’s acquisition of Ryan Sessegnon marks a strategic move to strengthen their squad for the upcoming Premier League season. According to a tweet from transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, Fulham have agreed to sign Sessegnon as a free agent after he spent weeks training with Crystal Palace.
🚨⚪️⚫️ EXCLUSIVE: Fulham agree deal to sign Ryan Sessegnon as free agent, here we go!
After training with Crystal Palace for weeks, former Spurs LB will join Fulham.
Agreement in place as Fulham beat competition from several PL clubs to sign Sessegnon. https://t.co/kj6mIQ76Rw
pic.twitter.com— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano)
October 02, 2023
Sessegnon, who began his professional career at Fulham, returns to the club where he initially made a significant impact. His familiarity with the club and its culture is expected to bring experience and versatility to Fulham’s defensive and midfield options.
Ryan Sessegnon’s Career Profile
Born on May 18, 2000, in London, England, Ryan Sessegnon is a versatile player who can operate as a left midfielder or left-back. Standing at 1.78 meters, Sessegnon has represented England at the U21 level, earning 20 caps and scoring one goal. He is represented by Unique Sports Group.
Sessegnon’s professional journey began at Fulham FC, where he played from 2008 to 2017 in the youth ranks before making his senior debut. His career statistics include:
- Fulham (2016-2019):
- Appearances: 106
- Goals: 22
- Assists: 11
- Tottenham Hotspur (2019-2024):
- Appearances: 52
- Goals: 2
- Assists: 4
- Loan to Hoffenheim (2020-2021):
- Appearances: 23
- Goals: 2
- Assists: 3
Transfer History and Context
Ryan Sessegnon’s transfer history highlights his journey through various clubs:
- Fulham to Tottenham Hotspur:
- Date: August 8, 2019
- Fee: €27 million
- Loan to Hoffenheim:
- Date: October 5, 2020
- Fee: Loan deal
- Tottenham Hotspur to Fulham:
- Date: July 25, 2024
- Fee: Free transfer
After his contract with Tottenham Hotspur ended on July 1, 2024, Sessegnon had been training with Crystal Palace. Despite this, Fulham managed to secure his signature, demonstrating their ambition to strengthen their squad for the upcoming season.
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