Fulham Football Club has officially appointed Alvaro Arbeloa as their new head coach, following the departure of Marco Silva to Benfica. Arbeloa, who is 43 years old, has signed a three-year contract at Craven Cottage and takes over the managerial role after Silva's tenure with Fulham came to an end.

Arbeloa's Background and Previous Experience

Before joining Fulham, Arbeloa was out of work after leaving Real Madrid in May, where he was succeeded by Jose Mourinho. Arbeloa previously managed Real Madrid after Xabi Alonso's departure in January. As a player, he had a notable career in the Premier League, featuring for Liverpool and West Ham, where he made a total of 98 appearances for Liverpool before concluding his playing days with West Ham during the 2016/17 season.

Arbeloa's Vision for Fulham

Upon his appointment, Arbeloa expressed his excitement about taking on this new challenge, stating, "It is a real honour for me to be embarking on this new stage at Fulham, the oldest club in London." He acknowledged the trust placed in him by club owner Shahid Khan and Tony Khan, emphasizing his eagerness to engage with the fans at Craven Cottage and start pre-season training with the team.

Fulham's upcoming Premier League fixtures for the 2026/27 season include matches against Chelsea, Sunderland, Crystal Palace, Liverpool, and Manchester United, marking an exciting start for Arbeloa in his new role.