Marco Silva has claimed “there is no other solution” than to bring players in before the transfer window closes as they weigh up another bid for Shakhtar Donetsk winger Kevin. Fulham, who are desperate to bolster their attack, have already seen a bid rejected for the Brazilian forward.

Brighton & Hove Albion opens up its Premier League campaign at home to Fulham on Saturday as the English soccer season begins.

Marco Silva spoke ahead of the start of the season as Fulham trek down to the south coast for a clash with Brighton. The Cottagers have pushed through a ceiling with their manager of many years, but he is wary of the skill from the Seagulls, who have "creative" and "technical" talent to trouble.

After a club-record Premier League points tally last season, a lack of transfer activity has resulted in concern on two fronts

Fulham manager Marco Silva has criticised the club's "passive" approach in the close-season transfer window, with only one signing secured ahead of their Premier League opener against Brighton & Hove Albion on Saturday.

Ryan Sessegnon’s return to Fulham was one of the success stories of last year in West London. After a slow integration into Silva’s set-up, the ex- Tottenham man was thrust into a starting role and he immediately found his form.

Marco Silva has confirmed that Rodrigo Muniz will be involved in Fulham ’s Premier League opener despite rumours of a move away from Craven Cottage. Muniz, who scored 11 Premier League goals last season, has attracted interest from Serie A side Atalanta, with reports claiming an offer worth £34million (€40m) had been lodged.

Off the pitch, the summer was about philanthropy and culture. On it, Iwobi has his sights fixed on Europe. Fulham recorded a club-best Premier League points tally last season, narrowly missing a top-half finish. That frustration still stings.

Fulham ended last season with five defeats in their final seven matches but have failed to strengthen their squad over the summer, prompting concern from head coach Marco Silva. Speaking ahead of their opening game away to Brighton,