17 goals & counting: Chelsea plot bold raid for South American goal machine

Chelsea have now joined the race to sign the Brentford striker Igor Thiago.

They have intensified their monitoring of the player and are exploring ways to open formal negotiations with Brentford. The player has 17 goals in the Premier League this season and has proven himself a reliable performer in the top flight. Chelsea need a reliable goal scorer, and the Brazilian could prove to be a huge upgrade on Liam Delap.

The opportunity to join Chelsea will be exciting for Thiago as well.