{"id":4750,"date":"2026-05-06T09:38:36","date_gmt":"2026-05-06T09:38:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/playball.com.ng\/?p=4750"},"modified":"2026-05-06T09:38:36","modified_gmt":"2026-05-06T09:38:36","slug":"chelsea-move-confirmed-in-80m-talks","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/playball.com.ng\/?p=4750","title":{"rendered":"Chelsea move confirmed in \u00a380m talks"},"content":{"rendered":"<p> <br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div id=\"content-main\">\n<p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<!--post-header--><\/p>\n<div id=\"post-feat-img\" class=\"left relative\" itemprop=\"image\" itemscope=\"\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/ImageObject\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" src=\"https:\/\/sixsports.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Chelsea-114.webp\" class=\"attachment- size- wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" decoding=\"async\" fetchpriority=\"high\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sixsports.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Chelsea-114.webp 1200w, https:\/\/sixsports.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Chelsea-114-600x338.webp 600w, https:\/\/sixsports.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Chelsea-114-768x432.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"\/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<meta itemprop=\"url\" content=\"https:\/\/sixsports.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Chelsea-114.webp\"\/><br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<meta itemprop=\"width\" content=\"1200\"\/><br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<meta itemprop=\"height\" content=\"675\"\/><br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<!--post-feat-text-->\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n<p><!--post-feat-img--><\/p>\n<section class=\"social-sharing-top\">\n<p><span class=\"fb-but1\"><i class=\"fa-brands fa-facebook-f\"\/><\/span><span class=\"social-text\">Share<\/span><\/p>\n<p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"#\" onclick=\"window.open('http:\/\/twitter.com\/share?text=Igor Thiago: Chelsea move confirmed in \u00a380m talks -&amp;url=https:\/\/sixsports.in\/igor-thiago-chelsea-move-confirmed-in-80m-talks\/', 'twitterShare', 'width=626,height=436'); return false;\" title=\"Share This Post\"><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"twitter-but1\"><i class=\"fa-brands fa-x-twitter\"\/><\/span><span class=\"social-text\">Share<\/span><\/p>\n<p><\/a><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"whatsapp-but1\"><i class=\"fa-brands fa-whatsapp fa-2\"\/><\/span><span class=\"social-text\">Share<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"pinterest-but1\"><i class=\"fa-brands fa-pinterest-p\"\/><\/span><span class=\"social-text\">Share<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"email-but\"><i class=\"fa fa-envelope fa-2\"\/><\/span><span class=\"social-text\">Email<\/span><\/p>\n<\/section>\n<p><!--social-sharing-top--><\/p>\n<div class=\"sx-entity-card\">\n<div class=\"sx-entity-top\">\n<div class=\"sx-entity-logo\">\n                <img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"350\" height=\"350\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/sixsports.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/chelsea_fc_logo-1.avif\" alt=\"CHELSEA\"\/>\n            <\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"sx-entity-description\">\n<p>            Chelsea is one of England\u2019s premier football clubs, competing in the Premier League and European competitions such as the UEFA Champions League. Known for its strong squad, tactical versatility, and competitive history, Chelsea has won multiple league titles, domestic cups,\u2026            <a class=\"sx-entity-readmore\" href=\"https:\/\/sixsports.in\/team\/chelsea\/\"><br \/>\n                Read More about CHELSEA\n        <\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p>Chelsea are planning a move for striker Igor Thiago from Brentford this summer. In this case, sources suggest that Brentford ask for a transfer fee around \u00a380m.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-igor-thiago-catches-attention-from-top-clubs\">Igor Thiago catches attention from top clubs<\/h2>\n<p>As per reports, Brentford striker Igor Thiago is attracting interest from top clubs in Europe. In this case, Chelsea stand out as the club most interested to sign him this summer. This comes as the result of his top performances in the <strong>Premier League<\/strong>. The 24 year old striker has heavily contributed for Brentford this season. As a result, interest from top clubs in him does not feel surprising.<\/p>\n<p>Igor Thiago made his professional debut for Cruzeiro in the Brazilian state league at the age of 18. Later, he moved to Europe in different leagues as he grew. Finally in January 2024, Brentford signed him from Club Brugge for a transfer fee of \u00a330\u00a0million. However, his time at Brentford did not start well. In this case, as soon as he joined he faced some injury issues that side lined him from action.<\/p>\n<p>In season 2025\/26, he made his breakthrough at the club. He scored clinical goals in tight situations. Thus, helping his club earn points. Also, he broke the record of highest goals by a Brentford player in a season. In this case, this record was earlier held by Ivan Toney and Bryan Mbeumo. Therefore, getting himself in a list with those names tells us a lot about his talent. As a result, scouts from top clubs began watching him closely.<\/p>\n<p><strong>READ MORE: Cesc Fabregas shock decision hints at Arsenal dream role<\/strong><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-thiago-s-contribution-at-brentford\">Thiago\u2019s contribution at Brentford<\/h2>\n<p>Igor Thiago joined midway in the January transfer window of season 2024\/25. Also, he faced injury issues that forced him away from the <strong>football<\/strong> pitch. However, he started the season 2025\/26 on high.<\/p>\n<p><strong>SEASON 2025\/26 NUMBERS FOR BRENTFORD<\/strong>:<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\">\n<table class=\"has-fixed-layout\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>Competition<\/td>\n<td>Appearances<\/td>\n<td>Goals<\/td>\n<td>Assists<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Premier League<\/strong><\/td>\n<td><strong>35<\/strong><\/td>\n<td><strong>22<\/strong><\/td>\n<td><strong>1<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>FA Cup<\/strong><\/td>\n<td><strong>1<\/strong><\/td>\n<td><strong>2<\/strong><\/td>\n<td><strong>0<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Carabao Cup<\/strong><\/td>\n<td><strong>1<\/strong><\/td>\n<td><strong>1<\/strong><\/td>\n<td><strong>0<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/figure>\n<p>Therefore, scoring 25 goals and creating 1 assist in 37 appearances for the club. In this case, these numbers for a 24 year old player in his first full season in the Premier League feels extraordinary.<\/p>\n<p><strong>READ NEXT: Leandro Trossard exit twist puts Arsenal plans at risk<\/strong><\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-202699\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sixsports.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Chelsea-52.webp 1200w, https:\/\/sixsports.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Chelsea-52-600x338.webp 600w, https:\/\/sixsports.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Chelsea-52-768x432.webp 768w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" src=\"https:\/\/sixsports.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Chelsea-52.webp\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" src=\"https:\/\/sixsports.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Chelsea-52.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-202699\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sixsports.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Chelsea-52.webp 1200w, https:\/\/sixsports.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Chelsea-52-600x338.webp 600w, https:\/\/sixsports.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Chelsea-52-768x432.webp 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"\/><\/figure>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-chelsea-s-interest-increases-for-igor-thiago\">Chelsea\u2019s interest increases for Igor Thiago<\/h2>\n<p>Chelsea are currently facing some issues up front in the attacks. As a result, they face it\u2019s effects failing to score in tight situations. In addition to this, they have instability in their managerial roles. Thus, now they look to rebuild their project. In this case, the <strong>Blues<\/strong> are now eying to add strikers in their team. Furthermore, their management has identified Igor Thiago as a top target for the summer.<\/p>\n<p>Chelsea\u2019s striker situation feels a little complicated. Nicholas Jackson is out on loan at Bayern Munich. In this case, he is expected to return to Chelsea when the season ends. Meanwhile, they have signed Liam Delap and Marc Guiu as their lead strikers last summer. However, they both have failed to impress this season. Failing to convert those chances has shaped the outcomes in their recent games.<\/p>\n<p>In this case, Journalist Felipe Silva said, \u201c<strong><em>Brentford knows it will be tough to hold onto him after the Cup\u2026The Premier League club is setting a sale price around 80 million pounds<\/em><\/strong>.\u201d Thus, indicating that Brentford are expecting his sale this summer. Also, telling us that they expect \u00a380 million for him. Therefore, Chelsea might need to make a big offer for him. <\/p>\n<p><strong>READ MORE: Mikel Merino sparks Arsenal belief despite major fitness blow<\/strong><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-author-s-opinion\">Author\u2019s Opinion<\/h2>\n<p>Chelsea are exploring a move for Igor Thiago from Brentford. This comes as a result of their concerns in attacking areas. Liam Delap and Marc Guiu have failed to impress this season. Thus, shaping the outcome of games in oppositions favour. Meanwhile, Brentford ask for \u00a380m transfer fee for him. Therefore, it will be interesting to see, will Chelsea sign Igor Thiago?<\/p>\n<div class=\"preferred-source-box\" style=\"margin-top:40px;padding:25px;background: #1865b4;border:1px solid #ddd;border-radius:8px;text-align:center;\">\n<h2 style=\"font-size:24px;margin-bottom:10px;color:#fff;\">ENJOYED THIS STORY?<\/h2>\n<p style=\"font-size:16px;margin-bottom:20px;color:#fff;\">\n<p>                    Add Six Sports as a preferred source on Google to see more of our reporting\n                <\/p>\n<p>                    <img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Add as a preferred source on Google\" style=\"max-width:260px;height:auto;\" src=\"https:\/\/www.goal.com\/img\/google-trusted-source\/google_preferred_source_badge_dark@2x.webp\"\/><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.goal.com\/img\/google-trusted-source\/google_preferred_source_badge_dark@2x.webp\" alt=\"Add as a preferred source on Google\" style=\"max-width:260px;height:auto;\"\/><\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"after-article-links\" style=\"margin-top:20px; font-size:14px;\">Follow the latest updates from <strong>Premier League<\/strong>, <strong>The League<\/strong> and<br \/>\n        <strong>Champions League<\/strong>or explore more<br \/>\n        <strong>Football<\/strong> stories, <strong>Football Teams<\/strong> &#038; <strong>All Football Competitions<\/strong> . 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