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UEFA Europa Conference League: Defender Michael Kayode has joined Brentford on loan from Italian side Fiorentina. The deal includes an option to make the transfer permanent in the summer.

The right-back enjoyed a breakout season last term, playing 26 games in Serie A, scoring one goal and providing two assists. Kayode was also a regular fixture in La Viola's run to the UEFA Europa Conference League final, which they lost to Olympiacos, making six appearances in the European competition. This season, the 20-year-old has played 12 times in all competitions.

“I’m so excited because I wanted to come here so much. I think Brentford is the perfect club for me. I love the stadium, the fans and my team-mates. I want to work match by match but my dream with Brentford would be to help them reach European competitions next season,” said Kayode in a statement.