Gary Cahill was expected to leave Chelsea for their Premier League and West London rivals Fulham in the January transfer window.
Gary Cahill looked set to pack his bags and make the short trip across West London this month.
Love Sport Radio claimed at the start of January that the 33-year-old centre-back was on the verge of joining Fulham from local rivals Chelsea, a move that would be more than welcome at Craven Cottage given the defensive problems that continue to hamper Claudio Ranieri’s side.
Almost two weeks later, however, the trail has grown cold.
And, according to the Mail, there is a reason for that. It is understood that Cahill is suddenly having second thoughts about joining Fulham and that could have something to do with their perilous position in the Premier League relegation zone.
The Cottagers are five points adrift in the bottom three and lost 2-1 away to Burnley on Saturday after conceding two, yes two, own goals. Cahill would undoubtedly shore up the top flight’s worst backline but whether he alone is enough to save them from relegation is up for debate.
Fortunately for Cahill he should have other options, with the Mirror claiming that West Ham and Southampton are also interested.
The Hammers and The Saints are certainly better placed in the Premier League table than Fulham right now.
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