Brentford refuses to sell Igor Thiago amid transfer interest from clubs
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 7, 2026, 4:50 PM
Last updated Aug 7, 2026
Brentford has firmly stated they will not entertain any offers for striker Igor Thiago, amidst interest from Manchester United, Chelsea, and Tottenham. Thiago, who scored 22 goals last season, is viewed as central to Brentford’s plans and has expressed no desire to leave. Clubs inquiring about Thiago will face a challenge as Brentford maintains a strong stance on retaining him this summer. As both the player and his club are committed to their current situation, further developments in this transfer saga seem unlikely.
- •Brentford insists Igor Thiago is not for sale this summer.
- •Thiago scored 22 goals during the 2025/26 season.
- •Interest in Thiago stems from Manchester United, Chelsea, and Tottenham.
- •Player is happy at Brentford and committed to the club's project.
- •Brentford sees Thiago as a key part of their future plans.
- 4:50 PMYahoo Sports — Manchester United and Chelsea dealt blow in pursuit of Premier League striker
"Igor Thiago transfer latest as Brentford shut door on Man Utd and ChelseaManchester United want goals, Chelsea want goals, half of Europe wants goals. That much is obvious. What is also obvious, accor...
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