According to Sky Sports, Fulham contacted Arsenal and discussed Nelson's transfer.

report pointed out: "Fulham has contacted Arsenal and hopes to sign Nelson. Last season, Nelson was loaned to Fulham, but he was injured in a hamstring and did not represent the team after December."

"Fulham is discussing the possibility of a second loan player, but Arsenal may request to join the permanent transfer clause. At present, Nelson has two years to contract with Arsenal."