Fulham manager Claudio Ranieri has said it would be "fantastic" if Chelsea defender Gary Cahill joins his side in January.
The Cottagers have been linked with a move for the 33-year-old centre-back, who has fallen out of favour under Maurizio Sarri at Stamford Bridge this term.
Cahill would be a welcome addition at Craven Cottage, with Fulham having conceded a league-worst 49 goals so far this season.
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Ranieri has admitted his side would be very grateful to add Cahill, who has played just seven times for Chelsea this term.
"Gary is a very important player and for us [his transfer] would be fantastic," Ranieri said ahead of his side's game against Tottenham on Saturday.