LONDON, October 24. /Dunyo IA/.  English football club “Fulham” has expressed its readiness to consider the possibility of establishing a modern football academy in New Tashkent, utilizing British experience and standards, reports Dunyo IA correspondent.

Matter was discussed at a meeting between representatives of the club and diplomats from the Embassy of Uzbekistan in the United Kingdom, within the framework of implementing the instructions of the President of Uzbekistan given during an open dialogue with investors and entrepreneurs on accelerating the construction of New Tashkent.

“Fulham” was represented at the meeting by Huw Jennings, Head of Football Development and Brett McGoldrick, Senior Commercial Manager. Parties were briefed on measures to develop football in Uzbekistan, identify and support young talents, and build a modern sports infrastructure.

Particular attention was paid to the New Tashkent construction project and plans for the development of sports facilities on its territory. The British side noted the attention Uzbekistan dedicates to popularizing football and creating new opportunities for young players.

Management of “Fulham” declared its readiness to explore the prospects of establishing an academy in New Tashkent based on British experience and standards.

Following the meeting, parties agreed to develop specific cooperation mechanisms to implement this initiative.