Fulham have launched a bold attempt to sign Oscar Bobb on a permanent deal, with the West London club currently negotiating a package worth in the region of £35m with Manchester City. According to transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, talks are already underway as Marco Silva looks to add another elite young talent to his squad.
A Statement of Intent
If completed, the deal would rival the club-record fee paid for Brazilian winger Kevin last summer, further cementing Fulham’s transition from mid-table stabilisers to European contenders. Marco Silva has been pushing for a dynamic, left-footed operator on the right flank to balance his attack, and Bobb is viewed as the perfect long-term successor to the likes of Harry Wilson.
The 22-year-old Norwegian has found minutes hard to come by at the Etihad Stadium despite signing a long-term contract until 2029. With City needing to balance their books to comply with ongoing financial regulations, the sale of an academy graduate represents "pure profit" on the balance sheet—a factor that makes a January exit increasingly likely.
The Dortmund Threat
However, Fulham do not have a clear run at the player. Borussia Dortmund have held a concrete interest in Bobb since December and are reportedly weighing up a matching bid. The German giants have a formidable reputation for developing Manchester City exports—having catapulted Jadon Sancho and Jamie Bynoe-Gittens to stardom—and the allure of Champions League football could prove pivotal.
Dortmund are expected to make a final decision on their pursuit in the coming days, placing pressure on Fulham to wrap up negotiations swiftly. The Oscar Bobb next club odds have shifted dramatically in Fulham’s favour following the news of the £35m proposal, but the market remains volatile while the Bundesliga side remains in the frame.
Tactical Fit: The Missing Piece?
For Silva, Bobb offers a specific tactical profile that Fulham currently lack. While Adama Traore offers pace and Alex Iwobi provides industry, Bobb brings a level of technical security and creative output in tight spaces that aligns perfectly with Silva's possession-heavy philosophy. His ability to drift inside and operate as a secondary playmaker would seamlessly complement the creativity of Emile Smith Rowe and the direct running of Kevin on the opposite flank.
A front four of Bobb, Smith Rowe, Kevin, and Rodrigo Muniz would represent one of the most exciting young attacks in the Premier League, justifying the heavy investment the Khan family has poured into the club over the last 18 months.