Regarding the backline, I’ve seen a number of references to Abdelhamid Ait Boudlal, a 20 year old center back with Rennes. Apparently he is willing to move but Rennes did not like Fulham’s initial offer. I like the idea considering none of the current defenders are less than 26 years old. 

Charles officially joins Fulham:

https://www.fulhamfc.com/news/2026/august/11/charles-joins-fulham/

If we pay more than 20 million for a 20-yo CB, that means Arbeloa doesn't think de Fougerolles can hack it in the Prem. And if he cannot, then we'd better get someone who can. Andersen is getting even slower and more error-prone. Can Cuenca play on the right side?