Fulham hand trial to Guillermo Ochoa as Arsenal and Manchester United circle

10 December 2010 00:25
Mexico goalkeeping ace Guillermo Ochoa is having a trial with Fulham as Mark Hughes eyes a long-term replacement for Mark Schwarzer.[LNB]The 25-year-old Club America star has long been regarded as one of the most promising keepers in the world and has also been linked with Arsenal and Manchester United.[LNB]While bigger clubs have balked at a reported £9million price tag, Fulham are said to be closing in on a deal for the 6ft 1in No 1.[LNB] Enlarge England is watching: Ochoa faces a penalty from Manchester City's Emmanuel Adebayor in pre-season[LNB]His Mexico City-based employers are reluctant to let him go, but boss Manuel Lapuente admitted: '"Memo" wants to play in the Premier League, the best in the world, and wants to learn and grow. Therefore, I understand his desire to leave.'[LNB]Ochoa, who has 40 caps but surprisingly played second fiddle at the World Cup finals this year, has already met up with compatriot Carlos Salcido in London.[LNB]Defender Salcido, 30, has impressed at Craven Cottage since joining from PSV Eindhoven in the summer and would help Ochoa adapt in west London.[LNB]If a deal isn't concluded quickly, he is expected back at Club America on Monday.[LNB] In the spotlight: Ochoa has caught the eye at Club America [LNB]The Mexican club said in a statement: 'Our goalkeeper Guillermo Ochoa has travelled to London after accepting the invitation he has received from Fulham and the manager Mark Hughes.[LNB]'Our club has been in touch all the time with Ochoa, who is enjoying his holidays, and that's why he has accepted the invitation he has received from Fulham.[LNB]'America will be aware of the results of this invitation and, in case there is a negotiation between both clubs, we will let the press know once they have finished.'[LNB] Hands off: Boro to offer keeper Steele new five-year deal to ward off ArsenalFulham and Arsenal move in on Saints starlet Oxlade-ChamberlainNeuer offered massive pay hike to snub Man United and stay with SchalkeFULHAM FC

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