Football News Update: Brentford Complete Club-Record Signing of Igor Thiago
Brentford Football Club have made a significant move in the transfer market, completing the club-record £30 million signing of Brazilian striker Igor Thiago from Club Brugge. The 23-year-old forward becomes the Bees’ first Brazilian player and will join the Premier League squad after agreeing to the transfer in February.
Thiago is expected to be a replacement for England international Ivan Toney, who is entering the final year of his contract in west London and is rumored to be considering a move to a larger club. “I’m very happy to have signed for Brentford and to get to know the club,” Thiago expressed, clearly excited about the new challenge.
During Brugge’s title-winning campaign in the Belgian league, Thiago netted an impressive 18 goals in 34 matches. He has been awarded the coveted number nine shirt at Brentford, with fellow forward Kevin Schade taking the number seven jersey.
“It’s an immense source of happiness for me, to be able to play for this club in the Premier League,” Thiago said. The young striker was also named the UEFA Conference League’s young player of the season in the previous term, showcasing his potential on the European stage.
Thiago expressed his ambition to continue his growth and make a name for himself, stating, “I think that throughout my career, since I left Brazil, I think that’s what I was looking for – to gain good energy, win titles, make a name for myself, make history.“
Brentford fans will be eagerly anticipating the arrival of their new Brazilian star, as the club aims to build on its recent success in the Premier League and compete for a spot in European competition.
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