Fulham are preparing to open talks with Kyle Walker-Peters over a potential free transfer this summer, with the Southampton defender set to leave St. Mary’s following their relegation from the Premier League.
Marco Silva’s side are looking to strengthen defensively ahead of a crucial summer rebuild — and Walker-Peters’ Premier League pedigree makes him an attractive target.
Kyle Walker-Peters set to leave Southampton
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Walker-Peters will officially become a free agent at the end of June, with the 28-year-old opting against signing a new deal at Southampton.
Since joining from Tottenham Hotspur in 2020, he has racked up 201 competitive appearances for the Saints, including 147 games in the Premier League.
Southampton’s relegation confirmed the inevitable — Walker-Peters will move on to seek a new challenge at the highest level.
Fulham leading the early chase
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According to Sky Sports journalist Dharmesh Sheth, Fulham are among the frontrunners to sign the full-back once the season concludes. The Cottagers plan to hold formal discussions with Walker-Peters’ representatives in the coming weeks.
However, Fulham face competition from other Premier League clubs who are also monitoring the situation closely. Walker-Peters’ availability on a free transfer makes him one of the standout bargains of the upcoming market.
Why Fulham want Walker-Peters
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The appeal for Fulham goes beyond just experience. Walker-Peters is a highly versatile defender — capable of playing at right-back, left-back, or even higher up the flanks when needed.
That flexibility is critical for Marco Silva, especially given the uncertainty surrounding current right-back Kenny Tete, whose contract expires at the end of June.
Even if Tete remains at Craven Cottage, Fulham could view Walker-Peters as an upgrade or at the very least a reliable rotation option over Timothy Castagne, who has struggled to fully convince.
Fulham’s proactive approach to Kyle Walker-Peters underlines their intent to add quality and depth without heavy financial outlays this summer.
If Silva’s side can move quickly and fend off rival interest, the experienced full-back could be one of the smartest free agent acquisitions of the window — offering immediate Premier League impact at virtually no cost.
