Fulham now battling Aston Villa in race to sign ‘brilliant’ Premier League defender.

Although Marco Silva currently has a wide range of defensive alternatives at his disposal, he will continue to search for a possible addition. More concerningly, Tosin Adarabioyo’s contract expires at the end of the current campaign, and Tim Ream is now 36. Since it is believed that Liverpool has entered the Adarabioyo competition, Fulham needs to find possible substitutes.

Fulham interested in Luton Town ace Gabriel Osho

Gabriel Osho, a defender for Luton Town, is being pursued by three teams, including Fulham, according to transfer insider Dean Jones, who spoke to Sports Lens. It’s also said that Osho has drawn interest from Aston Villa and Crystal Palace in signing this summer. Since Osho’s contract is set to end this summer, it’s possible that the 25-year-old will want to move on. The Wasserman agency, which also represents Luc De Fougerolles and Antonee Robinson of Fulham, is Osho’s representative.

With two goals in 13 Premier League games this season, the former Reading player has been instrumental in the Hatters’ fight against relegation. Osho, who Luton manager Rob Edwards called a “brilliant human being” and a “really hard worker,” has impressed in his first Premier League season, and Fulham is now interested.

Who is Fulham target Osho?

Osho, a Reading native, began his career with the Royals but only made ten appearances with the first squad. In 2020, Osho left Reading after turning down a new contract and spending time on loan at Maidenhead United, Aldershot Town, Bristol Rovers, and Yeovil Town. Osho played as a trialist for Salford City before Luton swooped to sign him, sending him back to Yeovil on loan prior to a 2021 stint with Rochdale. Osho had a great season with Luton, participating in 26 league games and helping the team be promoted to the Premier League.

Osho, who is making an impression in the Premier League, has the potential to join Alex Iwobi and Calvin Bassey on the Nigerian team once he meets the eligibility requirements for the Super Eagles. Osho, a free agent, might provide Fulham with inexpensive depth, and Marco Silva and company might be drawn to his versatility at the right back position before the summer transfer window opens.

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