The transfer window has delivered another major surprise. On Friday, January 30, 2026, Fulham officially confirmed the signing of Manchester City’s rising star Oscar Bobb for a fee of £27 million.
The 22-year-old Norwegian international has signed a long-term deal at Craven Cottage through to June 2031, signaling Marco Silva's intent to keep the Whites in the hunt for European football.
The Details: A Strategic Move for Both Sides
Bobb’s move comes after a frustrating 18 months at the Etihad. Despite being hailed by Pep Guardiola as a "unique talent," a combination of a fractured leg in 2024 and the recent arrival of Antoine Semenyo (who joined City for €70m+ earlier this month) saw the winger slip down the pecking order.
The Clauses: Manchester City have reportedly included a 20% sell-on clause and matching rights—allowing them to match any future bid for Bobb should Fulham decide to sell him.
The Slot: Fulham moved quickly for Bobb to bolster their wide options following Adama Traoré’s recent departure to West Ham.
The Reunion: Bobb joins up with fellow Norwegian teammate Sander Berge, who reportedly played a key role in convincing him that West London was the right place to reignite his career.
Marco Silva: "Oscar is a player we have followed for a long time. His technical ability and football intelligence are exactly what we need. At 22, his best years are ahead of him, and we are delighted he chose Fulham over several other European options."
The Verdict: This deal looks like a steal for Fulham. In a market where unproven wingers often go for double this amount, landing a Manchester City academy graduate with Bobb's ceiling for £27m is a major win for Tony Khan and the recruitment team.