Brentford striker Igor Thiago is attracting interest from Bayern Munich, with the Bundesliga champions opening talks over a potential transfer. The Brazilian forward has emerged as a target for the German giants as they look to bolster their attacking options.
What happened?
Bayern Munich have shown interest in Igor Thiago, initiating discussions with Brentford to explore a possible deal. The 23-year-old Brazilian has impressed in the Premier League, scoring 12 goals last season as Brentford finished 9th with 53 points (14W-11D-13L), including a 1-1 draw against Liverpool in their final match.
Why it matters for Brentford
Losing a key striker like Thiago could impact Brentford's attacking options, especially with the new season approaching. The Bees scored 55 goals last season but conceded 52, finishing 32 points behind league leaders Arsenal. Manager Thomas Frank will need to assess whether to cash in or keep the Brazilian for another campaign.
What comes next?
Negotiations are in the early stages, and no formal bid has been made yet. Brentford will weigh their options, considering both the player's value and their own squad needs. With the transfer window open, other clubs may also enter the race for Thiago's signature.
Brentford ended last season on a mixed note, with their last five matches resulting in four draws and one loss (DDDDL). The club will be looking to strengthen their squad ahead of the new campaign, with defender Sepp van den Berg currently sidelined.
