India, July 8 -- Alvaro Arbeloa will be back on the sidelines from next season, but this time, away from Spain. The 43-year-old manager, who parted ways with Real Madrid, has been appointed as the head coach of Fulham. He has reportedly signed a three-year deal with the Premier League club. It marks his first managerial job beyond his homeland. Arbeloa has succeeded Marco Silva to take over the helm at Fulham. The Spaniard will be determined to make a strong statement on English soil after enduring a dismal, trophy-less season with Real Madrid.

Arbeloa might not have ever managed any English club, but spent a significant period in the Premier League during his playing days. A FIFA World Cup and UEFA Champions League winner, he had repres...