Fulham manager Slavisa Jokanovic is set to axe goalkeeper Fabri on Sunday - just three days after coach Jose Sambade Carreira’s abrupt exit.

Marcus Bettinelli is in line to replace the Spaniard in goal for the clash against Burnley on Sunday afternoon even though Sergio Rico - who arrived from Sevilla in the summer with a big reputation - is available.

Former England Under-21 international Bettinelli played a starring role for Fulham last season as they gained promotion into the Premier League.

Fulham manager Slavisa Jokanovic is set to axe goalkeeper Fabri against Burnley on Sunday

Sportsmail revealed on Friday how Spanish goalkeeper coach Carreira - who arrived at the club last season - left just two games into the new season.

Carreira had a close relationship with Fabri; the pair worked together at Besiktas - though club sources are adamant the departed coach had no say in the keeper’s arrival from Turkey during the close season.

But Jokanovic’s decision to drop Fabri for the clash against Burnley - just a few days after Carreira’s shock exit - may suggest the two developments are connected.

Marcus Bettinelli is in line to replace the Spaniard in goal for the clash at Craven Cottage

On Friday, Sportsmail highlighted concerns from members of Fulham’s senior backroom over Fabri’s ability to become the club’s full-time No 1.

Given his pedigree, it appeared Rico would take Fabri’s place in goal, but the 24-year-old - who was on Chelsea’s radar this summer - will have to wait for his chance.

Instead, Jokanovic is minded to call on Bettinelli for the home game against Burnley. Rico - and Fabri’s - lack of English have provided major hurdles for the two Spanish keepers - particularly in communicating with team-mates - as they try to adjust to the Premier League.

Sources claim Rico, in particular, has found difficulty with the language since arriving. And with Jokanovic set to name an English speaking defence on Sunday - Bettinelli is set to get the nod.