Ex Liverpool ace wanted by Jol

Fulham are reportedly keen to bring ex-Liverpool defender John Arne Riise back to the Premier League, and are preparing an offer for the 30-year-old according to Sky Sports. The Norwegian international is entering the final year of contract with current club Roma, and the Italian side are believed to be eager to sell to avoid the Scandinavian leaving on a free transfer next summer.

New Cottagers manager Martin Jol is looking to strengthen his squad, with an extra option at left back needed as Carlos Salcido is expected to leave the club as he is homesick. A move for Liverpool fringe player Paul Konchesky was rumoured, but the London club’s interest has apparently waned in recent weeks.

Riise spent seven years in England with the Anfield club, and may be swayed to move the club as his brother, Bjorn Helge, already plays for the Craven Cottage side. His future in Rome is under threat, as new boss Luis Enrique is expected to bring his own players to the Italian capital, with Sporting Lisbon’s Jose Angel his preferred option at left back.