Former Premier League star tells Steven Gerrard he wants to quit Al-Ettifaq after just one year in Saudi Arabia - with Fulham move lined up

Per The Sun, the English winger, who moved to Saudi Arabia and signed for Al-Ettifaq last season, has reportedly informed manager Steven Gerrard that he wants to return to the Premier League in the January transfer window amid interest from Fulham. The report further claims that the Liverpool legend will sanction his move if the Cottagers are ready to pay £5million (€6m/$6m).

Under Marco Silva's tutelage, Fulham have done well in the 2024-25 campaign and they currently find themselves in the top half of the table. With a new window approaching, it is believed that Silva will be handed funds to further bolster the squad so that they can target a European slot. The club are also planning to offload midfielder Andreas Pereira - who has an offer from Palmeiras - to facilitate the Gray transfer.

Other than Fulham, fellow Premier League side Crystal Palace have also shown interest in Gray alongside Turkish Super Lig giants Besiktas.

Gerrard's side, who have collected 15 points from their first 13 matches and are 11th in the Saudi Pro League, will be next seen in action on January 10 as they take on Al Kholood.