Revealed: Igor Thiago's Updated Stance on Brentford Transfer After 'Private Agreement'

Brentford striker Igor Thiago has reaffirmed his commitment to the club following a new long-term contract extension until summer 2031, with an option for an additional year, quashing immediate transfer speculation despite interest from top Premier League sides.[1][2][3]

The 24-year-old Brazilian, who holds dual Bulgarian citizenship, has enjoyed a breakout 2025/26 season at the Gtech Community Stadium. Thiago has scored 17 Premier League goals in 26 appearances, placing him second in the scoring charts behind Manchester City's Erling Haaland. His tally includes the first hat-trick by a Brentford player this season in a 4-2 win over Everton in January, plus a Premier League Player of the Month award in November—the first for any Bees player.[1][3][5]

After an injury-plagued debut campaign following his 2024 move from Club Brugge, Thiago has featured in nearly every league match this term, contributing 18 goals and 1 assist across all competitions. His form has propelled Brentford to seventh in the table under head coach Keith Andrews, positioning them for European contention despite losing manager Thomas Frank and key forwards Bryan Mbeumo and Yoane Wissa last summer.[1][2][3]

“It’s brilliant that Thiago has committed his long-term future to the club. The connection that he has with his team-mates, the staff and the fans... is pretty evident. He’s been a massive player for us.” — Keith Andrews, Brentford head coach[1][2][3]

Despite the "private agreement" on improved terms, Thiago's representatives have informed interested parties—including Manchester United, Arsenal, Chelsea, Manchester City, and Bayern Munich—that he is happy at Brentford and not seeking a move in the short or medium term. Brentford would demand a club-record fee exceeding £71 million (the amount paid for Mbeumo) to entertain offers in summer 2026.[4][5][6]

Thiago's updated stance underscores his belief in achieving his goals with the Bees, prioritizing stability over a potential big-money switch amid his rapid rise in English football.

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