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Brentford set to sign Burnley forward Anthony
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Brentford set to sign Burnley forward Anthony

July 5, 2026 at 11:32 AM
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Brentford are set to sign forward Anthony from Burnley ahead of the summer transfer window.

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Brentford are nearing a move for Burnley forward Jaidon Anthony for a £15m fee rising to £17m with add-ons.

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What happened

Brentford are closing in on the signing of Burnley forward Anthony. The deal is reportedly in advanced stages, with the forward set to leave Burnley to join the Premier League side. Anthony had been a key attacking player for Burnley and his departure would be a significant loss for the Championship club. Brentford are looking to strengthen their attacking options ahead of the new season.

Chance analysis

Brentford adding a proven Championship forward provides depth and competition for places in attack. For Burnley, losing a key forward mid-window weakens their attacking threat unless reinvested quickly. The move reflects Brentford's continued smart recruitment strategy of targeting players with clear upside at reasonable cost.

Impact

Brentford gain attacking reinforcement; Burnley lose a key forward and need to replace his output.

AI Insight

Monitor Anthony's integration at Brentford; his goal threat may boost Brentford's attacking output in early-season matches.

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Brentford set to sign Burnley forward Anthony

Brentford are set to sign forward Anthony from Burnley ahead of the summer transfer window.

Article summary

Brentford are closing in on the signing of Burnley forward Anthony. The deal is reportedly in advanced stages, with the forward set to leave Burnley to join the Premier League side. Anthony had been a key attacking player for Burnley and his departure would be a significant loss for the Championship club. Brentford are looking to strengthen their attacking options ahead of the new season.

Brentford adding a proven Championship forward provides depth and competition for places in attack. For Burnley, losing a key forward mid-window weakens their attacking threat unless reinvested quickly. The move reflects Brentford's continued smart recruitment strategy of targeting players with clear upside at reasonable cost.

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