British-Nigerian defender Michael Kayode has committed his future to Brentford after signing a new long-term contract that will keep him at the Premier League club until June 2032.
The agreement also includes an option for Brentford to extend the deal by a further year, underlining the club’s confidence in the 21-year-old’s continued development.
Kayode, who joined the Bees from Italian side Fiorentina in a deal worth €18 million, expressed his delight at extending his stay in west London.
“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,” he told the club’s official website.
Reflecting on his progress since arriving, the versatile full-back said he had grown both on and off the pitch.
“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,” he added.
Brentford head coach Keith Andrews praised Kayode’s impact, describing the defender as an important figure within the squad.
“Michael had an amazing season last year. He epitomised everything good that we do. His development and evolution has been really, really impressive,” Andrews said.
“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 initially joined Brentford on loan from Fiorentina in January 2025, with the Premier League club later exercising the option to make the move permanent for a reported fee of €18 million.
