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Brentford signs Ecuador midfielder Darwin Guagua on permanent deal

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Last updated Aug 15, 2026

Brentford signs Ecuador midfielder Darwin Guagua on permanent deal

Summary

Brentford B has signed 18-year-old Ecuador international Darwin Guagua from Independiente del Valle on a permanent contract. The deal is pending international clearance and includes a five-year agreement, with an option for an additional year. Guagua will spend the 2026/27 season on loan at Mérida AD, a club in Spain's third tier, for further development. He made his senior debut for Independiente del Valle in April 2025 and quickly progressed to the national team. Technical director Lee Dykes expressed satisfaction with the signing, emphasizing the club’s commitment to nurturing young talent.

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•Darwin Guagua joins Brentford B from Independiente del Valle.
•The contract spans five years with an option for one additional year.
•Guagua will be loaned to Mérida AD for the 2026/27 season.
•He debuted for Independiente del Valle in April 2025.
•Guagua is the third-youngest Ecuadorian to play for the national team.

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6:00 PMYahoo Sports — Brentford confirm signing of Guagua from Independiente del Valle

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Brentford B have announced the signing of 18-year-old Ecuador international Darwin Guagua from Independiente del Valle on a permanent deal, subject to international clearance.The versatile young midfi...
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