Kevin Schade has become one of the Premier League’s most talked-about attacking talents, and both Arsenal and Liverpool are following him closely.
The 24-year-old German has scored three goals in six games for Brentford this season, and has helped keep the Bees unbeaten – all the way up to fourth place in the table.
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His speed, direct style and markedly better finishes this season have not gone unnoticed. Several big clubs are monitoring the situation closely.
Brentford will demand over £60 million for a possible January sale. That is well above Schade’s current market value of around £42 million, according to Transfermarkt.
We understand that Arsenal and Liverpool are considered the most interested parties, after they followed him towards the end of the last transfer window.
Chelsea and Tottenham have also been linked with the player, while Manchester United have appeared in some reports – without sources confirming that they are a serious candidate.
Brentford insist they are not under pressure to sell. The west London club has already opened contract negotiations with Schade, whose current deal lasts until the summer of 2028.
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A successful contract extension would significantly increase the sum required, underlining Brentford’s desire to keep a player who has become central to Keith Andrews’ plans.
Schade’s recent move to Germany under Jürgen Klopp has only raised his profile further.
Despite the progress, attention has quickly shifted to physical fitness. Schade had to go off with a shoulder injury during the 2-2 draw against Aston Villa earlier this month.
Andrews described it as “just a shoulder injury,” but admitted he was unsure of the severity at the time.
With Brentford hosting Liverpool this weekend, the striker is listed as doubtful – but a final decision is expected closer to kick-off.
For Brentford, the balance is fragile.
Schade’s influence early in the season has increased both his value and the club’s negotiating position. Whether anyone is willing to face the Bees’ high price as early as January remains to be seen. The summer of next year seems more likely.
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