Alex Iwobi Says Fulham Players Have Heard Nothing About New Manager After Marco Silva’s Exit

Fulham midfielder Alex Iwobi has confirmed that neither he nor his teammates have received any communication from the club regarding the identity of their next manager, following the departure of Marco Silva.

Silva left Craven Cottage after agreeing to take charge of Benfica, where he replaced José Mourinho, who had moved to Real Madrid. Since the Portuguese coach’s exit, Fulham have yet to make an official appointment, and according to Pulse Sports Nigeria, the players remain entirely in the dark.

Speaking to talkSPORT, the 30-year-old Nigeria international described the atmosphere within the squad since Silva’s announcement. “Obviously when we got told that Marco was leaving, I was active. Thinking, ‘Oh no, who are we going to get in next?’ But ever since then, it’s been pretty quiet,” Iwobi said.

Despite the uncertainty, the Super Eagles playmaker struck a composed tone on the matter. “I’m sure people are waiting for the message to say, ‘This is who we’re going to get.’ But no-one has said anything yet, but we’re just patiently waiting,” he added.

Iwobi was also asked about specific candidates linked with the Fulham job, including former Everton manager Frank Lampard, who has recently guided Coventry City back to the Premier League. The Nigerian played under Lampard during his time at Everton and spoke warmly of the experience. “I’ve worked with Frank Lampard before and he’s someone I really enjoyed working with,” Iwobi said.

However, the midfielder was careful not to express a preference, emphasising that collective progress matters more than the individual appointed. “I don’t really mind as long as the manager that comes in wants to help better the club and so do the players. So whoever the manager is, we’re ready to work with them,” he stated.

Former Real Madrid defender-turned-coach Álvaro Arbeloa has also been mentioned among the candidates linked with the Fulham vacancy, according to reports, though no formal offer or agreement has been publicly confirmed by the club.

Iwobi contributed four goals and three assists for Fulham during the previous Premier League season. The 30-year-old is closing in on 100 appearances for the Nigerian national team and was expected to feature in the Super Eagles’ squad for their upcoming fixture against Portugal.

The managerial vacancy at Craven Cottage arrives at a critical juncture for the west London club as they prepare for pre-season. Fulham finished in the top half of the Premier League last season and will be under pressure to maintain their upward trajectory under whoever is eventually confirmed as Silva’s successor.