Brentford confirm arrival of 18-year-old Nunes from Gremio

Brentford have confirmed the capture of 18-year-old forward Gustavo Nunes from Gremio for a reported £10million transfer fee.

Nunes, who operates predominantly on the left-hand side of the front line, has signed a six-year contract, with the Bees having an option to extend the deal by two years.

The Brazilian made his first-team debut for Gremio in February 2024, coming on as a first-half substitute and providing an assist in a 1-1 ‎Serie A draw with Sao Luiz.

Nunes netted his first goal six days later, scoring the opener in a 6-2 triumph against Santa Cruz-RS, going on to feature 20 times in Brazil’s top flight.

He made 40 appearances in all competitions for Gremio, scoring seven goals as well as adding four assists in that time.

Nunes becomes Brentford’s fourth arrival of the transfer window after the signings of Liverpool duo Fabio Carvalho and Sepp van den Berg, along with Club Brugge striker Igor Thiago.

“I am very excited that we have managed to sign Gustavo,” said head coach Thomas Frank. “It is another good signing; we have fought with other clubs.

“He is a winger who can go past players one-on-one. He is direct and he can create.

“Gustavo has a lot of potential and of course we need to maximise that in every aspect. He needs time to settle, but this is a very exciting signing.”

We’re delighted to confirm the signing of Gustavo Nunes on an initial six-year contract, with a further two-year option

— Brentford FC (@BrentfordFC) August 28, 2024