Tottenham, Aston Villa and Newcastle United are all monitoring Brentford striker Igor Thiago, according to Trivela And ESPN Brazil.
The 24-year-old Brazilian has become one of the most impactful players in the Premier League this season. He has scored six goals in 11 matches, just one behind Erling Haaland. These included strikes against Liverpool and Manchester United, which raised his profile across England.
His form has also impressed Brazilian coach Carlo Ancelotti. Igor Thiago was on the preliminary list for the November internationals, although Vitor Roque was chosen in his place. Nonetheless, Trivela reports that Ancelotti remains ‘impressed’ with the Brentford striker’s development.
Tottenham, Newcastle United and Aston Villa have already made inquiries to understand its price and availability. Brentford, however, are determined to keep their top scorer. The Bees have already lost Bryan Mbeumo Yoane Wissa and don’t want another major exit so soon.
Igor Thiago’s story is one of constant progress. After leaving Cruzeiro in 2022, he shone for Ludogorets in Bulgaria then at Club Brugge in Belgium, where Brentford found him.
His first year in England was difficult due to two knee injuries which limited him to just 169 minutes. This season, with the departure of Wissa and Mbeumo, he got the starting role and immediately delivered on his promises.
The figures confirm this growing attention. Since August 2022, only Vinicius Junior and Raphinha have scored more goals among Brazilian players in Europe. In the current Premier League campaign, Igor Thiago has almost as many goals as Richarlison, João Pedro, Matheus Cunha and Igor Jesus combined.
Brentford signed him in July 2024 on a five-year contract until 2029, with an option for another season. With age, form and confidence on his side, Igor Thiago promises to be one of the most talked about names during the next transfer window.
