Brentford Complete Signing of Feyenoord’s Antoni Milambo in Landmark Transfer

Brentford have signed talented Feyenoord midfielder Antoni Milambo. This shows their focus on young players as they get ready for the new Premier League season.

WHAT HAPPENED?

Milambo, who is 20, has been successful at Feyenoord for four seasons. Brentford have signed him for a reported £17 million, with up to £4.25 million in add-ons. His transfer is the highest fee Feyenoord have ever received for a young player. Last season, Milambo played 41 games, scored six goals, and provided six assists. Feyenoord also won two trophies. Milambo reached the semi-finals of the Under-21 European Championship with the Netherlands.

A previous report confirmed that Milambo’s transfer fee is indeed £17 million.

BRENTFORD’S TRANSFER STRATEGY AND TEAM SITUATION

Milambo joins Brentford when many changes are happening. The team finished in the middle of the table in the Premier League last season. Key player Christian Nørgaard is leaving for Arsenal, and star forward Bryan Mbeumo might join Manchester United soon, as well as former coach, Thomas Frank, who has joined Tottenham for the new season. Brentford are focusing on adding young players like Milambo to their high-energy style of play.

Brentford faced Forest in their first game of the new Premier League season in August 2025 according to a recent report.

WHAT THIS MEANS FOR THE FUTURE

Milambo can provide fresh creativity to Brentford’s midfield. His signing shows Brentford’s desire to strengthen their team. Although Milambo might not start right away, his past performances suggest he can become important in the future. Meanwhile, Feyenoord will use the transfer fee to improve their team as they aim to win the Eredivisie title. PSV Eindhoven won the Eredivisie title last season, finishing two points ahead of Feyenoord according to a report.