Tosin Adarabioyo, an established defender in the Premier League with close to 100 appearances, is expected to depart Fulham when his current contract expires, according to Fabrizio Romano. Despite negotiations, Adarabioyo has not extended his contract with Fulham and has decided to leave the club with less than a month left in the 2023/24 season. He is anticipated to have multiple options for his next move, with Tottenham and Manchester United reportedly interested in his services.
Tottenham’s manager, Ange Postecoglou, has expressed a desire to strengthen the team’s defensive options during the summer transfer window, with Adarabioyo potentially fitting the bill as a cost-effective choice due to his free-agent status. Furthermore, the INEOS group, led by Sir Jim Ratcliffe and the new owners of Manchester United, are said to prioritize homegrown talent. Adarabioyo could potentially align with their vision, as he is a homegrown player and fits the profile of the type of talent they want to bring to Old Trafford.
These plans are part of the larger strategy to restore United to the top ranks of English and European football by emphasizing British talent, similar to the successful teams under Sir Alex Ferguson.