Fulham join the race to sign Farès Chaïbi: Who will win the race in the end!

Across Europe, a quiet battle is beginning to take shape—and at its center stands Farès Chaïbi. At 23 years old, the Algerian international has become one of the most closely watched midfielders on the continent, thanks to a season that has seen him shine both for Eintracht Frankfurt and his national team. Now, a growing list of suitors is preparing to make its move.

From the Premier League to Italy and Turkey, interest is mounting. Fulham, Como, and Fenerbahçe have all positioned themselves in the race for the young playmaker, each hoping to add his creativity and versatility to their midfield. Fulham, in particular, are taking their pursuit seriously: scouts from the London club are set to track Chaïbi closely during the upcoming World Cup in the United States, where he is expected to play a central role for Algeria—a team he has already represented 27 times, scoring three goals along the way.

Chaïbi’s journey to this point has been swift. A product of Toulouse’s academy, he made the move to Frankfurt in 2023 in a deal worth €17 million. Since then, he has adapted seamlessly to the Bundesliga, contributing three goals and eight assists across 31 appearances this season—numbers that only begin to tell the story of his influence on the pitch.

Still, securing his signature will not come easily. His contract with Eintracht runs until 2028, and the German club is under no pressure to sell. With his market value currently pegged at €15 million by Transfermarkt, and his annual salary sitting at €800,000, any interested club will need to put together a compelling offer—both financially and in terms of sporting project—to convince Frankfurt to part with a player who has become central to their plans. For Chaïbi, the summer ahead promises to be a defining moment in what is already a rapidly rising career.