Fulham Secures German Goalkeeper Steven Benda’s Transfer from Swansea City
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Introducing a New Addition to Fulham’s Squad
Fulham Football Club has recently secured the services of talented German goalkeeper, Steven Benda. The deal, which runs until 2026 with an option for further extension, marks an important step in bolstering Fulham’s goalkeeping options.
A Rising Star in Swansea City
At just 24 years old, Steven Benda already possesses considerable experience as he joins Fulham from Swansea City. Having joined Swansea back in August 2017, the young shot-stopper emerged as their first-choice goalkeeper last season and made an impressive total of 23 appearances.
Enhancing Fulham’s Goalkeeping Depth
The signing of Steven Benda reflects Fulham’s desire to strengthen their options between the posts. With Bernd Leno currently occupying the position of first-choice keeper and Marek Rodak providing backup support, having another capable goalkeeper like Benda will undoubtedly add depth to Marco Silva’s squad.
An Easy Decision for Steven Benda
Eagerly embracing his new challenge at Craven Cottage, Steven Benda expressed his delight in joining such a prestigious club. He described it as “a very easy decision” due to Fulham’s rich history and tradition alongside playing under manager Marco Silva. The allure of representing this massive club was simply too good to resist for the talented German goalie.
Brief Background and Injury Concerns
Steven Benda initially joined Swansea City in 2017, having previously played for 1860 Munich. His consistent performances led to contract extensions in both 2019 and 2021, further solidifying his place within the Championship team until July 2024. However, he is currently recovering from a knee injury and may not be match-fit until midway through the 2023-24 season.
Swansea’s Perspective on the Transfer
In light of their recent EFL Cup defeat against Bournemouth, Swansea boss Michael Duff shed some light on Steven Benda’s departure. Duff revealed that the goalkeeper had made it clear he was unwilling to sign a new contract. Given his potential unavailability until January, Swansea decided to accept Fulham’s offer considering their financial gains and confidence in current goalkeeper Carl Rushworth.