Smith Rowe has left Arsenal, joining Fulham for a club-record transfer fee of £34 million. The 24-year-old player has signed a five-year contract with his new club and has expressed a clear desire to revitalize his career.
Having been plagued by injuries in recent seasons, Smith Rowe gradually lost playing time at Arsenal and became a fringe player on the bench.
With Fulham’s offer on the table, Arsenal accepted, and the player himself saw this as an opportunity for a fresh start. Signing with the West London club is considered the perfect choice for Smith Rowe, who will join up with the team in Portugal as soon as possible for their pre-season tour.
Speaking about his feelings after the successful transfer, Smith Rowe said, “I’m finally here at Fulham, so I’m happy for myself and my family. It’s a great moment. I’m really excited and now all I want is to get started with my teammates for the new season. I’ve spoken to the head coach, I know the club’s ambitions, and I’ve seen our squad. I think it’s an exciting team, absolutely the perfect step to push my career forward.”
Fulham’s vice-chairman and director of football operations, Tony Khan, also welcomed Smith Rowe’s arrival, saying, “We’re delighted to have signed such a talented young player. We look forward to Emile joining up with the squad in Portugal and continuing our preparations for the upcoming season together!”