Thiago signs new long-term Brentford contract

Brentford striker Igor Thiago has signed a new five-and-a-half-year contract.

Thiago, whose new deal includes the option of an additional year, has made a huge impact for the Bees this season.

Signed from Club Brugge in 2024, the Brazilian’s first season in England was marred by injury problems.

But Thiago, 24, has made his mark this term, scoring 17 Premier League goals and establishing himself as one of the division’s best forwards.

“It’s brilliant that Thiago has committed his long-term future to the club,” head coach Keith Andrews said.

“The connection that he has with his team-mates, the staff and the fans, as well as how much the club means to him and he means to us, is pretty evident for everybody to see.

“Again, it’s the person before the player. I love working with him and I’ve loved seeing his evolution as a player. How he plays is such a big part of how we play and what our season has been so far.

“He’s been a massive player for us, so it’s a contract he thoroughly deserves and I’m really happy that the club have been able to get it done.”

Only Manchester City’s Erling Haaland has scored more Premier League goals than Thiago this season.