Cesar Palacios officially completes move to Fulham from Real Madrid
Young Spanish midfielder Cesar Palacios has left Real Madrid to join Fulham on a deal running until 2031.
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Fulham have officially confirmed the signing of talented Spanish midfielder Cesar Palacios from Real Madrid. Seeking a fresh start after limited opportunities at the Santiago Bernabeu, the 21-year-old has opted for a move to the Premier League.
Palacios has signed a contract keeping him at the London club until June 2031, with an option for an additional year. He has been handed the number 8 shirt. Fulham vice-chairman Tony Khan praised the midfielder's creativity and work rate, expressing confidence in his development under manager Alvaro Arbeloa.
The midfielder, who was a standout performer for Castilla last season, was directly involved in 19 goals across 32 appearances. His move coincides with the arrival of fellow Real Madrid forward Gonzalo Garcia, as Fulham looks to invest in young players they view as central to their future.
Real Madrid confirmed the departure, noting Palacios's six-year tenure at the club since his arrival from Numancia in 2020. During his time in Spain, he won a domestic treble with the youth team and made his first-team debut last season under Arbeloa, who has since transitioned to the senior managerial role.