César Palacios

Last updated 04/09/2026

Site editor James Chettle looks at the career and profile of Fulham's César Palacios.

César Palacios information

Club	Fulham
Squad number	8
Age	21 (born Thu, 11 Nov 2004)
Height	182 cm

César Palacios at Fulham

César Palacios officially joined Fulham on August 3, 2026, marking a major milestone in the player's career. The 2004-born prospect arrived at Craven Cottage from Spanish giants Real Madrid for a notable transfer fee of 10,000,000. Under the current management structure, fans can expect the talent to develop further in London, and those looking for more details on the boss can view the Arbeloa profile. Palacios committed his long-term future to the club by signing a contract that runs until June 30, 2031.

Upon his arrival in the capital, Palacios was handed the number 8 shirt, an important squad number that reflects the expectations placed upon him. Standing at 182cm, the player brings a distinct physical presence to the grass at Stevenage Road. His integration into the side follows a structured plan by the club to bring high-quality prospects into the team, and securing a player directly from Real Madrid demonstrates Fulham's ambition in the transfer market.

Career before Fulham

Before making the switch to London, César Palacios developed his skills within the highly regarded youth ranks of Real Madrid. His talent gained international recognition early on when he was named in the UEFA European Under-19 Championship Team of the Tournament in July 2023. However, his progression faced a severe hurdle when he suffered an ACL injury during a first-team pre-season match against Italian side AC Milan. This major setback kept him sidelined for nine months before he successfully returned to competitive action.

Following his extensive rehabilitation, Palacios achieved a major personal milestone during the 2025/26 season. He made his official first-team debut for Real Madrid in a Copa del Rey fixture against Albacete, proving his recovery and readiness for senior football. This crucial step in Spain paved the way for his eventual permanent transfer to Fulham. Further details of his appearances and goalscoring record before joining the club can be found in the career table below.