Schwarzer to stay with Fulham

Soccer: Goalkeeper Mark Schwarzer will today sign a new contract with Fulham, manager Mark Hughes has revealed.

Soccer:Goalkeeper Mark Schwarzer will today sign a new contract with Fulham, manager Mark Hughes has revealed.

The 38-year-old Australian, who joined the club from Middlesbrough in 2008, was heavily linked to Premier League rivals Arsenal during the last transfer window.

Hughes told a press conference today: “He was obviously very flattered by the interest. We’re delighted that he’s decided to stay here and we can move forward now.”

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