Brentford target statement at Man City as Thiago eyes goals
Brentford face competition for Venezia’s Issa Doumbia as Sporting offer a five-year deal worth over €6m with an €80m clause. Fee likely above €15m, with Venezia holding firm after promotion.
Keith Andrews says he is not focused on the title race, insisting Brentford’s fearless approach means they can match anyone in the Premier League.
Brentford aim for Europe at Man City. Andrews expects late-goal edge. Henderson back, Janelt close, Henry not ready. Predicted XI includes Thiago, Damsgaard, Lewis-Potter, with Thiago chasing Golden Boot.
Guardiola says Rodri faces a late test to face Brentford, with Gvardiol and Dias back in training. City focus on winning at home as the title race tightens.
Live Premier League blog focuses on Sunderland vs Man United, while noting Brentford and Brighton’s European push in the 3pm slate.
Man City rename the Etihad ahead of facing Brentford, with broadcast partners highlighted. Match set for Saturday evening.
Brentford near a £17m deal for RB Salzburg centre-back Schuster, adding to Collins, Van den Berg, Ajer and Pinnock. The highly rated defender is viewed as one for the future.
Igor Thiago, on 22 goals, backs Brentford to beat Man City and says a top-six finish can secure Champions League qualification, calling such a win an ‘incredible achievement’.
