Hugo Larsson
FUL
CM
Creative Playmaker
Jun 27, 2004 (22)
Right
6'2"
174 lb
FulhamBack on bench
Larsson (undisclosed) is on the bench for Saturday's clash against Crystal Palace.
Analysis: Larsson earned a spot in the squad after joining Fulham on loan from Eintracht Frankfurt, with coach Alvaro Arbeloa reversing his initial ruling out of the midfielder during the press conference to confirm he could make the matchday squad for the Crystal Palace fixture. The midfielder made 32 appearances for Frankfurt last season across the Bundesliga and Champions League, contributing two goals and two assists, and a bench role represents a manageable first step in his integration at his new club.
Could make bench Saturday
Larsson (undisclosed) could make the bench for Saturday's clash against Crystal Palace, according to coach Alvaro Arbeloa, per Jack Kelly of the Fulhamish Podcast.
Analysis: Larsson recently joined Fulham on loan from Eintracht Frankfurt, with a pathway toward a long term deal, having dealt with an injury over the initial days of the season after a solid 2025/26 campaign that saw him make 32 appearances with two goals and two assists between the Bundesliga and Champions League. He was first ruled out for Saturday's clash against Palace by coach Alvaro Arbeloa during the press conference before the Spaniard said he could make the matchday squad and hold a bench role for this clash. His availability could threaten the playing time of both Sander Berge and Alex Iwobi as he begins integrating with his new club.
Loaned to Fulham
Larsson (muscular) will spend a loan spell at Fulham from Eintracht Frankfurt before being linked on a long-term contract, according to the club's official website.
Analysis: Larsson has been dealing with an injury over the initial days of the season but is expected to recover and aim to play a role for Fulham in upcoming weeks. The central midfielder is coming off a solid 2025/26 campaign, recording 32 appearances (27 starts) between Bundesliga and Champions League competitions. Over that period, he scored two goals and two assists while also getting involved in defensive and possession tasks. Both Sander Berge and Alex Iwobi will see their playing time threatened by the new signing, with the latter possibly being pushed to a more offensive role.
Ruled out against Union
Larsson (muscle) will miss Saturday's Bundesliga opener against Union Berlin despite making progress in his recovery, according to coach Adi Hutter.
Analysis: Larsson will miss a second consecutive match after the muscular issue already kept him out of the DFB-Pokal win over St. Tonis. The midfielder returned to running Thursday and is expected to take part in sections of team training Friday, but Frankfurt have opted against risking him in the league opener. The setback is not expected to keep Larsson out much longer, with a return potentially coming next week, while Oscar Hojlund and Mario Gotze are among the options to replace him in central midfield Saturday.
Uncertain for Bundesliga opener
Larsson (muscular) remains limited to individual training but could return to team training Thursday ahead of Saturday's Bundesliga opener against Union Berlin, according to Bild.
Analysis: Larsson missed the DFB-Pokal win over St. Tonis due to muscular discomfort and remained out of team training Tuesday. Frankfurt are hopeful the midfielder can rejoin the group Thursday, which would give him two sessions to prove his fitness ahead of Saturday's trip to Union Berlin. His availability remains uncertain, and Oscar Hojlund and Mario Gotze are among the options competing for a starting role in central midfield if Larsson is unable to recover in time.
Held out as precaution
Larsson (undisclosed) is out of the starting lineup for Saturday's friendly against Brentford as a precaution, with Oscar Hojlund moving up in his place, according to the club.
Analysis: Larsson made 25 Bundesliga appearances last season, contributing two goals and two assists, continuing his role as a consistent box to box presence for Eintracht Frankfurt. His absence here is a minor precaution to monitor, and his situation continues to draw attention given ongoing transfer speculation despite his decision to stay at the club last season.
Nets in loss
Larsson scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal), one cross (one accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 3-1 loss to RB Leipzig.
Analysis: Larsson made the start in midfield in his usual role, and was able to get forward for Frankfurt's only goal during a disappointing loss. The midfielder has been a consistent box-to-box option this season, but has just four goal contributions in that role in the closing stages of the campaign. He's also been linked with a move away from the club after deciding to stay last season despite interest elsewhere.
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