Jordan Archer needed no convincing when he was made aware of Fulham’s interest in his services.
The goalkeeper penned what is initially a short-term contract this week, something he was delighted to get over the line.
When asked what made Craven Cottage such an attractive proposition, he said: “The stature of the Club.
“For years it’s been an attractive football club. The Gaffer’s come in and got them playing good football, and that’s something I want to buy into. When Fulham came in it was a no-brainer.
“I’m buzzing now. I was raring to get it done. I got the call earlier in the week to come in and do the medical.
“It’s a fantastic club, I’ve played against them a few times so I know some of the boys here. This season they’re doing well, so it’s an absolute honour to be part of it.
“I’ve been watching a lot of Championship football this year, and Fulham are playing good, attractive football.
“There are top quality players here, so to be a part of this group is something I couldn’t turn down.”
Having come through Tottenham Hotspur’s academy, Archer already knows Scott Parker and Goalkeeping Coach Rob Burch, and he is also well aware of the talent he’ll be competing with between the sticks.
“I know Burchy, I worked with him when we were back at Spurs, quite a few years ago when I was a youth team player,” he explained.
“I know Scotty Parker – or the Gaffer I should say – as I was a young lad when he was there, so that should help me transition.
“I’ve played against Betts a few times – he’s a top, top ‘keeper. I’ve been watching Fulham this season and Marek’s come in and has done a fantastic job as well, so it’s a strong group.
“I’m going to add competition to that, and I’m sure we’ll bounce off each other.”
Archer joins a Fulham side sitting fourth in the league, but he remains confident that his new side can challenge for automatic promotion.
“We’ve got a strong squad,” he stated. “The Championship gets harder every single year. There’s a lot of top teams in it and it’s a long old season.
“I’ve played a few seasons in the Championship and teams do have dips in form, but if we can go on a good run and maintain that level, with the quality we’ve got in the squad, then I’ve no doubt the boys will be in and around it.”