Calvin Bassey
26-Year-Old
Fulham
Premier
2025 Fantasy Outlook
Bassey played the vast majority of Fulham's minutes this past season and contributed one goal and five clean sheets. He established himself as Marco Silva's first-choice center-back alongside Joachim Andersen, a role he's set to have again next season. Since he's not much of a threat going forward, he'll need to improve his clean sheet numbers to become a productive fantasy option. More cohesion is the hope between defense and midfield, but that's always hard to bet on. Expect similar numbers for Bassey in the new season where he plays a ton but doesn't provide overwhelming upside.
Solid defensive display
Bassey generated two tackles (two won), three clearances and two interceptions in Sunday's 1-1 draw against Wolverhampton.
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Bassey marked his 100th Fulham appearance in Sunday's 1-1 draw at Molineux, a milestone that highlights how central he has become to his side's defensive structure since arriving from AFC Ajax in July 2023, completing the full 90 minutes in a match where Fulham's backline was repeatedly tested by Wolves' aggressive pressing and direct play. The Nigerian center-back was physical and composed throughout, recording two tackles, two interceptions and three clearances. Bassey has now made 27 Premier League starts this season and has developed into one of manager Marco Silva's most trusted players, establishing himself as one of the more consistent center-backs in the bottom half of the division.
Bassey marked his 100th Fulham appearance in Sunday's 1-1 draw at Molineux, a milestone that highlights how central he has become to his side's defensive structure since arriving from AFC Ajax in July 2023, completing the full 90 minutes in a match where Fulham's backline was repeatedly tested by Wolves' aggressive pressing and direct play. The Nigerian center-back was physical and composed throughout, recording two tackles, two interceptions and three clearances. Bassey has now made 27 Premier League starts this season and has developed into one of manager Marco Silva's most trusted players, establishing himself as one of the more consistent center-backs in the bottom half of the division.
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Season high shots in clean sheet
Bassey recorded three shots (zero on goal) in Saturday's 0-0 draw against Brentford.
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Fit to face Liverpool
Bassey (back) is fit to face Liverpool on Saturday, according to manager Marco Silva.
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Suffers back injury
Bassey (back) has withdrawn from the Nigerian national team squad for the upcoming friendlies against Iran and Jordan due to an injury, according to NGSuper Eagles.
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Two shots Sunday
Bassey registered two shots (zero on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Sunday's 2-1 victory over Tottenham Hotspur. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 66th minute.
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Returns from AFCON
Bassey (international duty) has returned to Fulham from AFCON.
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Fulham submit offer
Fulham are planning a move to sign Bassey, according to The Athletic.
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Fulham want to bolster their defensive depth and are interested in securing a move for the Ajax defender, but it remains to be seen whether the Dutch giants will accept the £15 million the EPL side offered for the Nigeria international.
Fulham want to bolster their defensive depth and are interested in securing a move for the Ajax defender, but it remains to be seen whether the Dutch giants will accept the £15 million the EPL side offered for the Nigeria international.