Michael Kayode signs new long-term Brentford contract

British Nigerian footballer, Michael Kayode has penned a new long-term contract with Premier League club Brentford, . Kayode only linked up with the Bees just one year ago from Fiorentina in a deal worth €18m.

The new contract will see the versatile full-back remain with Brentford until June 2032, with the club keeping an option to extend for one more year.

Kayode can’t hide his excitement after signing the new contract.

“I feel like this club is a family, so I wanted to continue my journey here. I have amazing relationships that make me really like coming in for the morning to train and have fun with my team-mates, the staff and all the people around,” Kayode told the official club website.

“Ever since I joined the club, everything has been amazing. It feels like I’ve been playing for Brentford for 10 years. I’ve improved a lot on the pitch and outside of the pitch. That’s really important for me.”

Brentford head coach Keith Andrews said: “Michael had an amazing season last year. He epitomised everything good that we do. His development and evolution has been really, really impressive.

“Michael’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.”

Kayode joined Brentford on loan in January 2025 with the option to buy activated for a total fee of €18m last summer.

The 21-year-old scored one goal, and registered two assists in 44 appearances across all competitions in his first full season in England. He was also nominated for the Premier League Young Player of the Season award.