Nathaniel Chalobah speaks out on debut season at Fulham

Fulham were able to return to the Premier League at the first time of asking with little fuss this season in the Championship.

Bolstering the depth of their squad in the summer transfer window, by bringing in players of the quality of Nathaniel Chalobah, as effectively a fringe player, gave them something extra this time around, helping to avoid the dreaded play-offs to kick on to a comfortable league title.

The Cottagers’ toughest test under Marco Silva is yet to come, in pursuing Premier League survival next season, but the foundations have been put in place to give them the best possible chance.

Chalobah only started 11 league games for the Cottagers this season, but will be hoping that his top-flight experience can convince Silva to give him a more integral role next term.

The 27-year-old took to Instagram to express his emotions after an impressive campaign for the club.

He wrote: “Season was a success.

“Enjoyed every minute in the shirt.

“Bring on next season.”

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Silva’s previous experience managing Hull City, Watford and Everton in the Premier League will give supporters some comfort heading into next season, and it is sure to be a competitive pre-season with the players growing in hunger to establish themselves in the first team.

The Verdict

There is a lot of competition for places in midfield areas at Fulham, almost unprecedented strength in depth at Championship level, therefore with the return of Jean-Michael Seri, and the leadership qualities of Tom Cairney, it was not surprising to see Chalobah used sparingly this term.

Silva is more likely to shuffle his pack next term, with 2022/23 set to pose some more pressing challenges and the former Chelsea man could be utilised