Fulham are in advanced negotiations to sign David Affengruber, a 25-year-old Austrian centre-back, from Elche. Affengruber joined the Spanish club in August 2024 and has a contract until 2027. He has one cap for Austria. Other clubs recently linked with the defender include Roma, Southampton, and Crystal Palace. In September 2026, reports indicated Elche's asking price was €12 million. This followed a July 2026 report suggesting an expected fee of €7-8 million. In April and May 2026, the club's valuation was reported at €20 million. His current market value is €20.00m, according to Transfermarkt.