Justin Kluiverts Fulham move collapses over work permit issue

Fulham’s proposed transfer for Roma’s Justin Kluivert has collapsed.

The 23-year-old Netherlands international was refused a work permit and was therefore unable to complete a move to Craven Cottage.

Kluivert spent last season on loan at OGC Nice, making 31 appearances in all competitions including 28 starts.

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The winger was in fair form for his loan side, scoring six goals and registering seven assists.

However, his lack of recent appearances for Roma — who he joined from Ajax in 2018 — meant that he failed to meet the FA’s criteria for a work permit. An appeal was not permitted.

Kluivert made only two appearances for Roma in the first month of the 2020-21 season, before then heading out on loan to RB Leipzig, where he played 27 times.

Kluivert has yet to make a match-day squad for Roma so far this season.

Fulham are, though, close to sealing a move for former Chelsea and Arsenal forward Willian, who is set to sign a one-year contract as a free agent.

Marco Silva’s side continued their strong start to the season on Tuesday night, winning 2-1 against the previously unbeaten Brighton & Hove Albion. They lie sixth in the Premier League table, with eight points from five games.

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