Brentford has completed the signing of Brazilian forward Igor Thiago, signaling a potential departure for Ivan Toney. Thiago, 22, joins the Bees on a five-year deal with an option for a further year but will remain with Club Brugge for the rest of the season. The 6ft 2in striker has impressed in Belgium, scoring 16 goals in the Pro League and adding ten more in other competitions. The reported fee for Thiago is around £30 million.
Brentford manager Thomas Frank expressed his delight at the signing, praising Thiago’s qualities as a striker. Frank highlighted Thiago’s work rate, pressing ability, physical presence, and link-up play as key attributes that fit Brentford’s style of play. The move is seen as proactive by the club, addressing a key position ahead of any potential departure of star striker Ivan Toney. Toney, who recently returned to the Premier League after serving a betting ban, has been in fine form, scoring three goals in four matches.
Speculation has linked Toney with moves to top Premier League clubs such as Arsenal, Chelsea, and Manchester United. Brentford fans have reacted positively to the Thiago signing, seeing it as a smart move to replace Toney if he leaves. In a cheeky interview, Toney joked about his manager not wanting him following Brentford’s 2-0 win over Wolves, adding to the uncertainty surrounding his future at the club.
Here is the highlight video of Ignor Thiago’s goals.
Igor Thiago
Igor Thiago Nascimento Rodrigues
This season he played in total 24 times for 1667 minutes for Pro League.
Igor Thiago scored 16 goals for Club Brugge. He procured two assists. He received 4 yellow cards and no red cards.
His team is currently 3rd in Pro League. In the last match Club Brugge won 4-0 against AS Eupen.
Club Brugge performance and stats
Club Brugge is currently 3rd in the Pro League with 44 points.
In the last 25 games, it has won 12 times, drawn 8 times, and lost 5 times. In its last match, Club Brugge won 4-0 against AS Eupen.
It has a positive goal difference after scoring 53 goals and conceding 23.
Club Brugge will play the next match in Pro League against Cercle Brugge on Sunday 18th of February in Brugge. The prediction is Club Brugge winning the match.
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