Fulham are now serious contenders to sign Juventus striker Lois Openda, following Raul Jimenez's move to Wolverhampton Wanderers.
The Cottagers need to sign a new centre-forward this summer, with Jimenez returning to Molineux, and they recently made an approach to sign AS Monaco star Folarin Balogun, but Openda is now in the frame as an alternative option.
The 26-year-old didn't enjoy the greatest of 2025-26 campaigns, scoring just one Serie A goal for Juventus, but his goal and assist return during spells with RB Leipzig, RC Lens and Vitesse Arnhem offers a lot more encouragement.
Lois Openda's attacking record Appearances Goals Assists
RB Leipzig 93 41 18
Vitesse Arnhem 88 37 11
Club Brugge 53 5 3
RC Lens 42 21 4
Juventus 34 2 0
Although the Belgian has failed to reach the heights expected of him in Italy, despite costing Juventus £40m, he could be capable of making an impact in the Premier League, having been lauded as "incredible" by scout Antonio Mango during his time at RB Leipzig.
Back in May, it was revealed the Juventus centre-forward wanted to sign for Leeds, but two other Premier League clubs have now emerged as potential suitors.
Fulham storm into the race for Lois Openda
According to a report from Jeunes Footeux, Fulham are now serious contenders to sign Openda, but Everton have also stepped up their interest, alongside Lyon, so there could be fierce competition for his signature.
lois-openda-juventus
The two English sides are capable of making larger bids and offering better wages, which could give them the edge, with Juventus willing to sit back and let a bidding war take place.
Who needs to sign Lois Openda the most?
Fulham
Everton
Leeds United
Shahid Khan & co also remain keen on improving the midfield this summer, and there has been a significant update on their pursuit of Southampton star Shea Charles. Alvaro Arbeloa has now approved a move for the central midfielder, who is also being targeted by Leeds.
Aston Villa's Ross Barkley during training Related
Fulham and Coventry in talks to sign Ross Barkley amid Aston Villa future update
The Cottagers are in discussions to sign a "fantastic" player.