We are less than one month away from the opening of the transfer window. With Fulham in 8th place in the Premier League and one win away from qualifying for the knockout stage of the Europa League, nobody will argue that it has been a successful campaign thus far for the Cottagers. But with injuries to Andy Johnson, Diomansy Kamara and Danny Murphy throughout the last few months, it has become clear that Fulham needs to find some reinforcements for the second half of the season.

January can be an exciting time for teams because of the transfer window being open. However, I have always felt that more often than not teams have to pay over the odds for new additions. Additionally, it usually takes non-English players some time to adjust to the physical play of the Premier League. These two things must be taken into consideration this coming January for Fulham as the Whites needs players that can contribute right away and come at a relatively cheap price.

I have not heard or read anything about the amount of money chairman Mohamed Al-Fayed will give to Roy Hodgson to spend this January. I do not expect the club to sign a player in the £10 million range. However, I do see them spending a bit of cash to bolster the team, specifically adding a striker up front that can come in and score goals.

As we all know, the most expensive position to buy is that of a striker. Fulham does not have the cash to stump up and buy a big name. Chances are the player will come from abroad. As I said earlier, signing a player from abroad can sometimes mean it takes said player a bit of time to adjust. Both Brian McBride and Clint Dempsey spent significant time on the bench when they first came over. However, there are success stories like Vincezo Montella, when he came over in January a few years back and was able to step right in and score goals. If Fulham can find a player like Montella to buy or to get on loan, it would give the club a much needed boost in the goal scoring department.

I have also read rumours that Paul Konchesky might be on his way to Birmingham City. While this is something I do not think will happen, if it does, we will need a left back to fill the void. One name the Independent is mentioning as a possible target is Jon Arne Riise, older brother of current Fulham player Bjorn Helge Riise. As is the case with Konchesky, I do not see this happening but it is something to think about as January approaches.

I wish I had the answers as to who Fulham will attempt to sign but I do not. Another target the Independent is reporting the Cottagers might be in for is Valenciennes striker Johan Audel. The 25-year old has been with the French outfit since 2007 and in 51 appearances with the club he has scored 16 goals. Roy Hodgson is believed to be pondering a £3.5 million bid for his services. I will have to check on Ligue 1 matches the next few weeks to get a look at him. Audel has appeared in nine matches for the Ligue 1 surprise of the season in Valenciennes, who sit 3rd in the table. The Frenchman has scored two goals thus far.

Outside of that, I do not have any insider information as to who might be coming to Craven Cottage. That is where I need your input. Given the financial restrictions Fulham has, which players would you like to see Fulham go out and sign? I think we can mostly all agree that the most pressing need is that of help up front in attack. What names are you hearing that Fulham might be interested in? Do you think Fulham needs to sign anyone? Let me know your thoughts.