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Brentford Sign Callum Wilson on Free Transfer

Published 9 July 2026

Veteran striker Callum Wilson has joined Brentford on a free transfer, signing a one-year contract with the Premier League club. The 34-year-old, who was a free agent after leaving relegated West Ham United, becomes Brentford's third signing of the summer transfer window.

Wilson brings extensive top-flight experience and a proven goalscoring record, having netted 95 times in the Premier League across spells with Bournemouth, Newcastle United, and West Ham. Last season, he scored seven league goals despite making only 11 starts for the Hammers. His arrival at the Gtech Community Stadium is intended to bolster Brentford's attacking options, providing competition and cover for first-choice striker Igor Thiago and young forward Kaye Furo.

Brentford head coach Keith Andrews emphasized the value of Wilson's experience. Andrews stated that Wilson is a familiar Premier League goalscorer who gives the team more options and will help Thiago and Furo with his knowledge and presence on and off the pitch. He described the signing as another really good addition for the club.

Wilson expressed his excitement about the move, noting he had positive conversations with Andrews about the club's...

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