Fulham are considering a move for David James after Arsenal
stepped up interest in Mark Schwarzer.
Arsenal want 37-year-old Schwarzer, who also has interest from
Wolfsburg, after weighing up more expensive alternatives
abroad.
The Australian has one year left on his contract at Fulham and
is due to hold talks when he returns from World Cup duty.
London bound? David James is wanted by
Fulham
He has voiced concerns about whether Roy Hodgson will remain at
the club and Arsenal's interest offers him a big chance to play at
the top level.
Fulham would command a modest fee of around £4million for the
keeper and have already made inquiries about possible
replacements.
England international James, 39, is on their radar. He has an
offer on the table to stay at Portsmouth and there is interest from
Tottenham - but the chance to play regularly in the top flight
would appeal.
Fulham have other targets too, including Hull's Boaz Myhill, but
a one year deal for James could fit into their budget.
At full stretch: Arsenal are stepping up their
pursuit of Mark Schwarzer
Meanwhile, Fulham have expressed interest in Hannover striker
Jan Schlaudraff.
Hodgson said: 'I am aware of Jan Schlaudraff. He is a very fast
player that is also able to score goals. He could add something to
our squad.'