Brentford is closing in on a deal to sign Swedish midfielder Jens Cajuste from Napoli. The 24-year-old, who joined Napoli in August 2023, is set to move to the Premier League on a loan deal featuring a €12 million buy clause that could become mandatory. Cajuste, known for his robust midfield presence, has played for clubs like Örgryte IS, FC Midtjylland, and Stade de Reims before his stint in Italy.
- Brentford is nearing a loan deal for Jens Cajuste with a €12 million buy clause.
- Cajuste has played for Örgryte IS, FC Midtjylland, Stade de Reims, and Napoli.
- He has 23 caps for Sweden but has yet to score for his national team.
Brentford’s Midfield Reinforcement
Brentford’s pursuit of Jens Cajuste signifies their intent to bolster their midfield options as they aim to compete in the top tier of English football. The Swedish midfielder, who joined Napoli in August 2023, is set to move to the Premier League on a loan deal featuring a €12 million buy clause that could become mandatory.
🚨🔴⚪️ Brentford are closing in on Jens Cajuste deal from Napoli, almost done.
Napoli will bid again to sign Billy Gilmour from Brighton and then talks will also advance for Marco Brescianini. ↩️
Loan move for Cajuste with €12m buy clause that could become mandatory. https://t.co/7EaK0Pb2kl
pic.twitter.com— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano)
October 02, 2023
Cajuste, known for his robust midfield presence, has played for clubs like Örgryte IS, FC Midtjylland, and Stade de Reims before his stint in Italy. His experience and skill set make him a valuable addition to Brentford’s squad.
Cajuste’s International Experience
Jens Cajuste has accumulated 23 caps for Sweden but has yet to score for his national team. This transfer represents a significant opportunity for Brentford to enhance their midfield strength with a player who has international experience.
Napoli’s Midfield Plans
With Cajuste’s impending departure, Napoli is not standing still. The Italian club is set to make another bid for Billy Gilmour from Brighton & Hove Albion. The Scottish international, who joined Brighton in 2022, has made a name for himself with his defensive midfield capabilities.
At 23, Gilmour has already earned 30 caps for Scotland, scoring once. Napoli views him as a key target to strengthen their midfield, given his experience in both the Premier League and international competitions.
Additional Midfield Targets
Simultaneously, Napoli is advancing talks for Marco Brescianini from Frosinone. The 24-year-old Italian midfielder has had loan spells at Virtus Entella, Monza, and Cosenza before his current tenure at Frosinone.
Napoli’s pursuit of Gilmour and Brescianini signifies their intent to revamp their midfield with youthful vigor and international experience. As these negotiations progress, the football world watches keenly to see how these potential transfers will shape the future of the clubs involved.
For more insights into Brentford’s transfer strategies, check out:
- Brentford Poised to Sign Swedish Midfielder Jens Cajuste
- Brentford’s Strategic Moves in the Transfer Market
