Raul Jimenez Stays at Fulham Until 2026 After Impressive First Season
Here’s something that’s sure to make Fulham fans smile—Raul Jimenez isn’t going anywhere. The club has officially triggered the extension on his contract, meaning the Mexican forward will be leading the line at Craven Cottage through the 2025–26 season. Not bad for a player some doubted had much left to offer when he came in from Wolves last summer.
Jimenez didn’t take long to prove himself under Marco Silva. In just his debut campaign for Fulham, he smashed in 13 goals across all competitions. Eleven of those came in the Premier League, which not only made him Fulham’s top scorer by a mile but also showed he’s still got that predatory instinct up front. Silva didn’t hesitate to acknowledge how much Jimenez has changed the team’s dynamic. The coach called him the “spine” of their attack, giving structure and confidence to those around him, especially a crop of younger midfielders who needed a steady hand up front.
Turning Down Temptation and Chasing World Cup Glory
If you think Jimenez had no other options, think again. Rumors circled all season about offers pouring in from the MLS and big Saudi Arabian clubs—probably with hefty wages attached. Jimenez, however, was clear about his goals. Rather than chasing a comfortable payday or a glamorous late-career move, he wanted to stay in the Premier League, favoring tough competition over an easy ride elsewhere. With the 2026 FIFA World Cup looming (which, by the way, will be partly hosted by his home country), it’s obvious he wants to stay sharp and in peak condition to lead the line for Mexico on the biggest stage.
Jimenez’s decision also speaks volumes about his ambition and professionalism. At 34, plenty of players are content to wind down. Not Raul. He’s got his eyes on more Premier League goals and another shot at the World Cup, where he’s already established his name as the highest-scoring Mexican in league history.
Fulham’s confidence in Jimenez wasn’t a one-off move—the club also opted to extend the deals of Harry Wilson and Adama Traore. Clearly, the idea is to keep the core of the team intact, mixing experience and energy as they look to push further up the table next season.
For fans still skeptical after last summer’s transfer business, Jimenez’s contract extension could help ease worries about squad stability and ambition. He’s here to stay, and with him, Fulham look set to keep competing at the top level—exactly where a player of his drive wants to be.