Fulham announced that former Charlton and West Ham manager Alan Curbishley will join the club as First Team Technical Director. Curbishley who resigned from growing unhappy with the Hammers’ transfer policy.
A statement on the Fulham website stated: “With a wealth of football experience behind him, Alan will work with Head Coach René Meulensteen as the Club embarks on the second half of the season, and the important task of securing our Barclays Premier League status for a 14th consecutive campaign. Both Curbishley and Meulensteen will report to the Club’s CEO Alistair Mackintosh.
Fulham dropped Martin Jol this month with Meulensteen, who was appointed saving the club from relegation. The news was released a few hours after the club announced that Clint Dempsey will return on a two month loan from Seattle Sounders.
Meulensteen stated: “I’m very happy that Alan has joined us as I know his expertise will be invaluable as we enter the remaining months of the season. Following Martin [Jol’s] departure I discussed with both Alistair Mackintosh and the Chairman the challenges we face, and I was delighted that they supported the idea of additional support within the coaching team.” He stated that Alan has a proven track record in the industry, and he understands full well what it takes to succeed. He also looks forward to sharing ideas and listening to advice, to ensure Fulham Football Club remains where it belongs: in the Premier League.