Arsenal targets Brentford striker Igor Thiago for £77m transfer
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 20, 2026, 6:00 PM
Last updated Jun 20, 2026
Arsenal is focusing on a transfer for Brentford striker Igor Thiago ahead of the 2026/27 season, with reports indicating a potential fee of £77 million. Thiago has emerged as a key target following an impressive season where he scored 17 goals in the Premier League and showcased his abilities on the international stage with Brazil. Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta believes Thiago's physicality and tactical intelligence would fit well into the team's attacking structure. Manchester United's interest in Thiago adds competition, potentially impacting the negotiations with Brentford, who are under no immediate pressure to lower their asking price.
- •Thiago has scored 17 Premier League goals this season.
- •Arsenal is reportedly closely monitoring the player's development.
- •Brentford values Thiago at £77 million.
- •Manchester United is also interested in signing Thiago.
- •Negotiations could be complicated by competing clubs in the market.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 21, 2026, 10:00 PMArsenal Named In Race For Brentford’s 22-Goal Brazilian Striker – Report
Would Arsenal Really Spend £69m On Another Striker? Gunners Linked With Brentford Ace Igor ThiagoArsenal have reportedly entered the race for Brentford striker Igor Thiago, with fresh reports suggest...
- Yahoo SportsJun 20, 2026, 6:00 PMArsenal Consider £77m Move For Premier League Striker
Arsenal Eye Igor Thiago as Brentford Transfer Race Gathers PaceBrentford Striker Emerges as Priority TargetArsenal’s search for a centre-forward appears to have taken another intriguing turn, with R...
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