Fulham Football Club brought in former defender Álvaro Arbeloa as the team's boss. He agreed to a three-year deal. The club previously let the previous coach go. Arbeloa is a seasoned veteran, but he delivers experience. He played for Real Madrid together with Xabi Alonso. Alonso now directs Liverpool. Some Spanish media report the hire foreshadows a possible Premier League game between two ex- teammates.