Manchester United and Chelsea Face Hurdle in Igor Thiago Transfer Race

Manchester United and Chelsea have expressed interest in signing Igor Thiago, the Brentford forward, but Brentford has refused to enter negotiations regarding the player's departure during the current summer transfer window.

The 25-year-old Brazilian striker netted 22 goals in the Premier League last season, making him a target for both clubs. Manchester United sees him as a player who could add competition and depth to their attack alongside Benjamin Sesko, while he represents a different option for Chelsea.

According to "CaughtOffside" citing "TEAMtalk", Manchester United, Chelsea, and Tottenham have shown interest in Thiago through intermediaries, while Bayern Munich is also keeping an eye on his situation.

However, Brentford is holding firm on the player, as Thiago signed a new long-term contract earlier this year, and he feels comfortable at the club, which means the team is not compelled to sell him.

Both clubs need a striker with Thiago's capabilities, but Brentford's stance means that any club looking to sign him will have to make an exceptional offer to open negotiations.

Despite interest from several clubs, Manchester United and Chelsea are monitoring the player's situation without pressuring for a deal, as Brentford remains firm on retaining him.