Fulham prepares an offensive move for Gonzalo Garcia, with Arbeloa as the main backer

Real Madrid C.F.

The transfer market could force the departure of one of the great prospects from Real Madrid's academy. As Fabrizio Romano reported, Fulham is preparing to begin talks with Real Madrid for Gonzalo García.

The English club wants to learn the terms of a possible deal and has Álvaro Arbeloa as one of its main driving forces. The coach knows the forward well from his time in the white academy and believes he could become an important piece in his project in the Premier League.

The information was initially advanced by Mario Cortegana, who said that Fulham was already working on the possibility of bringing the Spanish forward in.

Real Madrid wants to keep control

The negotiations will not be straightforward. Although Real Madrid could accept a move so that Gonzalo gets continuity, the white club wants to maintain some control over the player's future.

For that reason, the formula of the deal will be key. Among the options that could be studied are a loan, a transfer with a buy-back option, or the inclusion of some preferential right that would allow Madrid to bring the forward back later.

In addition, any move would need the final approval of José Mourinho, who must decide whether he has Gonzalo in mind for the season or whether he would be better off leaving in search of minutes.

Delicate situation for fantasy purposes

The appearance of Fulham is a new warning sign for fantasy users. Gonzalo García has the potential to compete for minutes, but his future is still not guaranteed within the Madrid squad.

Until the deal is clarified, he is a player with clear risk of leaving LaLiga. His signing in Comunio, Biwenger, Mister or LaLiga Fantasy should be done only at a reasonable price, bearing in mind that a move to the Premier League would mean he disappears from Spanish fantasy competitions.

For now, there is no deal fully agreed. Fulham must present its proposal, Real Madrid will have to assess the formula, and Mourinho will have the final say on the sporting side.