Fulham Near New Contract Agreement with Kenny Tete

Fulham are close to signing a new contract with right-back Kenny Tete, stopping a strong interest from Everton. There are still a few steps to finalize the deal, but the mood at Craven Cottage is optimistic. The Dutch defender is expected to stay in London.

According to a previous report, Fulham are offering Kenny Tete an improved contract after he verbally agreed to join Everton.

WHAT HAPPENED?

Kenny Tete, 29, was nearly set to join Everton after agreeing to a three-year contract. But Fulham came back with a better offer, making Tete rethink. Talks moved quickly in recent days, and the club is now almost done with the new deal. Tete’s current contract expired on June 30, 2025, making him a free agent, so this extension is important for Fulham’s team stability. Since his move from Lyon in 2020, Tete has made over 100 appearances for Fulham

According to a previous report, Tete has played over 100 matches, scored four goals, and made ten assists for Fulham.

FULHAM’S RECENT FORM AND TETE’S IMPACT

Fulham finished the 2024/25 Premier League season in 11th place with 54 points. According to a previous report, Fulham were safe from relegation but missed a top-half finish by just one point. Tete featured in 26 Premier League matches last season, helping the defense and supporting in attacks According to a previous report, his experience and form under manager Marco Silva have made him important for Fulham.

WHAT’S NEXT FOR FULHAM AND EVERTON?

The deal should be done before pre-season training starts. For Fulham, securing Tete means beating off interest from Everton, who are under new management and have found it hard to sign new players. Fulham kick off the 2025/26 Premier League season visiting Brighton. Everton, also in the lower half, face a big task at the renamed Hill Dickinson Stadium. Both teams want to start well, with Fulham aiming to break into the top ten and find consistency in early games.