Manor Solomon’s parents are delighted to see the Shakhtar Donetsk winger finally seal a long-awaited move to Premier League newcomers Fulham, speaking to One while deeming the Cottagers an ‘excellent choice’.
13th April.
That was the day when reports first emerged claiming that the Cottagers had agreed a £25,000-a-week contract with an Israel international who, after attracting interest from Arsenal and Manchester City in previous windows, appeared to be on his way to England at long last.
But Fulham fans still had to wait three-and-a-bit months before Solomon could finally be confirmed as a member of Marco Silva’s squad. And the snake-hipped winger – who scored two sublime goals against Real Madrid in the Champions League – won’t be registered until August either, due to FIFA legislation surrounding players leaving Ukrainian football.
Nonetheless, Solomon should be in contention for Fulham’s Premier League opener against Liverpool. A game which the 23-year-old’s parents are expected to attend.
Manor Solomon finally seals Fulham move
“We’re very happy and excited,” beams Ayala Solomon, the winger’s mother. “We wish him success and believe in him.
“We want that he will finally start playing football (again), because that is what he wants most in the world. The last period was very difficult because there was constant uncertainty, tension and pressure.
“Difficulty choosing what is right and what is wrong. Which league is right for him. It was not easy.
“I think he made an excellent choice (joining Fulham). This is a good team for him. He’ll be a significant player.”
Solomon’s parents will travel to London next week, according to One, before Liverpool’s trip to Craven Cottage on the weekend curtain-raiser.
“The coach (Marco Silva) really wanted him and was in contact with him,” adds Yossi, Solomon’s father. “Even though there were financially better offers, he wanted Fulham.”
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