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Brentford secure Michael Kayode on a long-term deal until 2032

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  • Brentford FC has signed defender Michael Kayode to a long-term contract extending until 2032, with an option for an additional year.
  • Kayode, an Italy Under-21 international, joined Brentford from Fiorentina and has made 56 appearances, earning a nomination for Premier League Young Player of the Season.
  • Head coach Keith Andrews praised Kayode's development and enthusiasm, calling him a joy to work with and stating the contract is well-deserved.

Brentford FC has secured the future of promising defender Michael Kayode by signing him to a new contract that runs until the summer of 2032, with the club holding an option for a further year. The Italy Under-21 international has become a key player since joining the Bees from Fiorentina, initially on loan in January 2025 before making the move permanent.

Michael had an amazing season last year. He epitomised everything good that we do. His development and evolution has been really, really impressive.

— Keith AndrewsBrentford head coach Keith Andrews praises Michael Kayode's performance and growth.

Kayode has impressed since arriving in England, making 56 appearances across all competitions. He played a crucial role in Brentford's solid 2025/26 campaign, which concluded with a ninth-place finish in the Premier League. His standout performances earned him a nomination for the Premier League Young Player of the Season award.

Head coach Keith Andrews lauded Kayode's progress, stating, "Michael had an amazing season last year. He epitomised everything good that we do. His development and evolution has been really, really impressive." Andrews added, "He’s someone that we love working with every single day, who comes in with such an enthusiastic demeanour, and is a joy to be around and to coach. We’re absolutely delighted that he wants to stay because we love having him here, and this new contract is absolutely deserved."

He’s someone that we love working with every single day, who comes in with such an enthusiastic demeanour, and is a joy to be around and to coach.

— Keith AndrewsAndrews describes Kayode's positive attitude and impact on the team environment.

The athletic full-back began his career in Italy, notably at Serie D side Gozzano before joining Fiorentina. He debuted in Serie A in 2023 and featured regularly for Fiorentina, including their UEFA Conference League final run in 2024. Since moving to West London, Kayode has quickly established himself, scoring his first goal for Brentford with a header against Wolves and contributing significantly in various competitions. He is widely regarded as one of Europe's brightest young right-backs.

We’re absolutely delighted that he wants to stay because we love having him here, and this new contract is absolutely deserved.

— Keith AndrewsAndrews expresses the club's happiness with Kayode's commitment and the fairness of his new contract.
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