In a groundbreaking move, Brazilian forward Igor Thiago has finalized his transfer from Club Brugge to Brentford FC in England. The 22-year-old striker, born in Gama, Federal District, is set to make his way to England in July during the summer transfer window.
Igor Thiago’s arrival at Brentford is seen as a potential game-changer, with the young attacker being touted as a promising candidate to step into the shoes of Ivan Toney.
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Expressing his enthusiasm for the new challenge, Igor stated, “I am living a very blessed moment, the fruits of my hard work on and off the field. England will be a great challenge, being the top league in the world, and I feel prepared to take this next step. I have learned a lot during my time in Europe, and this growth has been rewarding.”
Grateful for his time at Club Brugge, Igor Thiago remains focused on his future at Brentford, aiming to continue his development and contribute to the team’s success. He added, “I am very thankful to Club Brugge, the club that welcomed me here and where I have found happiness. But my story is far from over; I will strive to win titles and maintain my football at the highest level to conclude my journey here in the best possible way. There is still much to achieve!”
Here are the details of the transfer:
- Total fee: €37M + 10% future sale; Brentford’s record signing.
- Contract length: 5-year deal (until July 2029), with no release clause.
- Percentage shares: Cruzeiro receives 1.46%, Verê (training club) 0.47%, and Ludogorets 0.76%.
