Last week, Brentford announced the signing of Brazilian striker Igor Thiago from Club Brugge, with the 22-year-old set to join the Bees in July. Almost immediately, the rumour mill, which churns constantly, went into overdrive. The speculation over the future of Ivan Toney, in the news for the best part of a year, grew even more frenzied.
Brentford manager Thomas Frank’s words describing his new signing were most instructive: “I’m very pleased that we have been proactive,” he said. “Thiago is a very exciting striker who fits the role in our team. He is hard-working and a very good pressing player. He is also a physical presence, very good in the box and can link the play.”
