Brentford have announced the acquisition of 18-year-old forward Gustavo Nunes from Gremio for a reported £10 million fee. Nunes, who primarily plays on the left wing, has agreed to a six-year contract with an option for an additional two years. The Brazilian made his debut for Gremio's first team in February 2024, coming on as a substitute and assisting in a 1-1 Serie A draw against Sao Luiz.
Head coach Thomas Frank expressed his enthusiasm about the new signing. "I am very excited that we have managed to sign Gustavo," he said. "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."

Nunes becomes Brentford's fourth addition of the transfer window, following the arrivals of Liverpool duo Fabio Carvalho and Sepp van den Berg, as well as Club Brugge striker Igor Thiago. This series of signings indicates Brentford's intent to strengthen their squad significantly ahead of the new season.
Nunes scored his first goal just six days after his debut, netting the opener in a 6-2 victory over Santa Cruz-RS. Over his time at Gremio, he made 20 appearances in Brazil's top flight and played in 40 matches across all competitions, scoring seven goals and providing four assists.
The club shared their excitement on social media: "We're delighted to confirm the signing of Gustavo Nunes on an initial six-year contract, with a further two-year option," read a post from Brentford FC's official Twitter account.
In summary, Brentford's latest signing adds depth and potential to their attacking options. With Nunes' ability to take on defenders and create opportunities, he is expected to be an exciting addition to the squad. The club will now focus on integrating him into the team and helping him adapt to English football.