The Cottagers Return: A Look Back At Fulham's All-Time Premier League XI

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Right-midfield: Steed Malbranque

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Steed Malbranque

The midfield wizard who broke Fulham's transfer record in 2001 for £4.5million - a fee that would be given to agents in today's inflated game. Malbranque scored 32 goals for Fulham in the Premier League.

It's not hard to see why the Frenchman was a fan favourite for the Cottagers. But for being placed on the transfer list in 2006 after internal issues, the midfielder would likely have stayed at Fulham for much longer than his 5 year period.


Centre-midfield: Clint Dempsey

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Clint Dempsey

Fulham's all-time top Premier League scorer and, arguably, the United States best player to play in England's top division. Dempsey had all the attributes of a top-level attacking midfielder; pace and power with tremendous technique.

The American's performances in the white of Fulham lead to being awarded back-to-back Player of the Season awards in 2011 and 2012.

Arguably, the former Fulham man went to the MLS too early - joining the Seattle Sounders in 2013 where he still plays today.


Centre-midfield: Danny Murphy

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Danny Murphy

Whilst it would have been good to go all out attack with this XI, it's important to add balance for a little bit more realism.

Danny Murphy is potentially underrated, as he was never as a frequent goalscorer as Clint Dempsey, but his leadership from the midfield, as well as defensive contribution was paramount, especially in Fulham's journey to the 2010 UEFA Cup final.

Still, the former skipper registered a respectable 28 goals in 201 appearances for the Cottagers.


Left-midfield: Luis Boa Morte

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Luis Boa Morte

A style which wingers can still emulate today. Boa Morte possessed the Portuguese flair that you would commonly see with players like Luis Figo. Composed yet, skillful, carrying limitless flair, with finishing instincts of an accomplished striker.

The Portuguese winger was vital in Fulham's promotion season and proved his class over his 7 years at Craven Cottage where he scored 26 Premier League goals, winning the Fulham player of the year award in 2004/05.

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Edited by Nishant Jayaram
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