Manchester United shows interest in Brentford's Igor Thiago before deadline
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 9, 2026, 12:25 PM
Last updated Aug 9, 2026
Manchester United has expressed interest in signing Brentford striker Igor Thiago, who scored 22 goals last season. Reports indicate that United has registered their interest but Brentford is reluctant to sell, citing Thiago's long-term contract. Other clubs, including Chelsea and Tottenham, are monitoring Thiago's situation as well. A substantial offer may be necessary for United to persuade Brentford to negotiate. The transfer window is closing soon, intensifying the urgency for United to act.
- •Manchester United interested in Igor Thiago before the transfer deadline.
- •Brentford is not keen to sell Thiago, who has a long-term contract.
- •Thiago scored 22 goals in the last Premier League season.
- •Chelsea and Tottenham are also monitoring Thiago's status.
- •A significant offer could be needed to convince Brentford.
- 12:25 PMYahoo Sports — Chelsea and Man United register interest in 22-goal forward
- 11:15 AMYahoo Sports — Manchester United eye blockbuster move for 22-goal star before deadline
"Chelsea and Manchester United are among the teams to have explored a potential move for Brentford forward Igor Thiago.Both sides have contacted intermediaries to register interest in the Brazilian, wh...
"Manchester United are interested in signing the Brentford striker Igor Thiago.According to Team Talk, they have already registered their interest through an intermediary, but Brentford are not keen to...
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 9, 2026, 12:25 PMChelsea and Man United register interest in 22-goal forward
Chelsea and Manchester United are among the teams to have explored a potential move for Brentford forward Igor Thiago.Both sides have contacted intermediaries to register interest in the Brazilian, wh...
- Yahoo SportsAug 9, 2026, 11:15 AMManchester United eye blockbuster move for 22-goal star before deadline
Manchester United are interested in signing the Brentford striker Igor Thiago.According to Team Talk, they have already registered their interest through an intermediary, but Brentford are not keen to...
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