Michael Kayode: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Features

Italy Under-21 international Michael Kayode has signed a new long-term contract with Brentford, just a year after completing the €18m sale from Fiorentina and amid Juventus interest.

Fiorentina News / Football Italia / May 27

Brentford’s Kayode on radar of Milan, Juventus and PSG but player wants to stay in England

Michael Kayode has emerged as one of the most coveted full-backs in European football following an impressive season at Brentford, with AC Milan, Juventus and Paris Saint-Germain all understood to have registered interest in the Italy international, though significant obstacles stand in the way of any deal.

Soccer News / Football Italia / May 15

Juventus keen on Brentford & Atalanta defenders Kayode & Scalvini

Juventus are stepping up their interest in Michael Kayode and Giorgio Scalvini as they look to strengthen their defensive options ahead of next season, with both Italian internationals identified as priority targets regardless of whether the club secures Champions League football.

Fiorentina News / Football Italia / May 15

Uncapped defender gives ‘priority’ to Italy, snubs Nigeria

Brentford defender Michael Kayode confirms he’ll wait for a senior Italy call-up despite being eligible for the Nigeria national team: ‘I will always give priority to the Azzurri.’ U21 Italy international Kayode hopes to soon receive his first Italy call-up.

FIFA World Cup News

Lionel Messi officially announces his international retirement

Youri Tielemans repeats big admission about Folarin Balogun red-card controversy during World Cup

What's next for Gianni Infantino after World Cup scandal?

What's next for FIFA president Gianni Infantino after World Cup scandal?

FIFA scraps controversial plan to sell World Cup stakes

Fiorentina News / Football Italia / May 14

Italy & Brentford talent Kayode among Premier League YPOTS nominees

Michael Kayode is among eight players nominated for the Premier League Young Player of the Season award, recognition of an impressive debut campaign in English football that has left many questioning why Gennaro Gattuso overlooked him for Italy’s World Cup play-off squad.

Fiorentina News / Football Italia / May 7

Kayode: ‘Training much tougher in Italy, Brentford let you rest’

Italy Under-21 international Michael Kayode thinks he has cracked why English football moves at a higher tempo after moving to Brentford and has no Juventus regrets.

Fiorentina News / Football Italia / March 31

Why Kayode is not part of the Italy squad for 2026 World Cup play-offs

Some questions were asked when Brentford right-back Michael Kayode was not included in the Italy national team squad for the crucial World Cup play-off campaign, but the Premier League ace was named as a starter for the U21s’ European Championship qualifier against Sweden on Tuesday after receiving a late call-up to Silvio Baldini’s side.

Fiorentina News / Football Italia / March 24

Brentford defender Kayode called up to Italy U21 after Gattuso play-off snub

Michael Kayode has received a call-up to the Italy U21 squad after being overlooked by Gennaro Gattuso for the senior side’s World Cup play-offs. The 2004-born defender, currently impressing at Brentford following his move from Fiorentina, has been enjoying a strong season in the Premier League.

Fiorentina News / Caught Offside / March 17

Rivals could quadruple investment as Chelsea plot €70m transfer raid for key star

Chelsea are hoping to sign Michael Kayode from Brentford at the end of the season. The 21-year-old has established himself as a reliable performer in the top-flight, and he could prove to be a very useful addition for Chelsea.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / March 15

Arsenal named as one of the clubs keen on Premier League defender

Michael Kayode is expected to be one of the players Brentford could export from their squad in the summer after producing a series of outstanding performances this season.

Soccer News / Juvefc.com / March 7

Juventus eyes ex-Fiorentina man who now shines in the Premier League

Juventus began monitoring Michael Kayode after he broke into the Fiorentina first team, but Brentford moved more quickly to secure his signature and completed the transfer before the Italian side could act.

Fiorentina News / Football Italia / March 7

Report: Juventus plotting summer move for Italy hopeful Kayode

Michael Kayode is having an impressive 2025-26 campaign in the Premier League with Brentford, is in contention for a potential Italy national team call-up

Soccer News / Football Italia / March 6

Buffon praises Palestra and Kayode, says Verratti’s return would not ‘upset’ Italy players

Italy’s Delegation Chief Gigi Buffon says Marco Palestra and Michael Kayode have impressed him this season and hits at Marco Verratti’s return: ‘His call-up

Click here to get Yardbarker's Quiz of the Day emailed to you!

The 'Multiple 30/30 MLB seasons' quiz

The 'Active NFL catch leaders' quiz

The '4K-yard, 30-TD NFL seasons' quiz

The 'NFL 100-touchdown club' quiz

Fiorentina News / Essential Football / March 5

Man Utd Lock Horns with Rivals In Transfer Race for PL Star

Manchester United are thought to be interested in a move for a young Premier League defender – recently, the Red Devils have been looking at Brentford starboy Michael Kayode.

Soccer News / Football Italia / March 2

Italy players in Premier League: Tonali assist, Kayode chaos, Lucca concerns

It was another eventful week for the Italy internationals in the Premier League as Sandro Tonali registered an assist for Newcastle, Gianluigi Donnarumma

Fiorentina News / Caught Offside / February 9

Man United enter race to sign 21-year-old Premier League star with a unique skill set

Michael Kayode’s rapid rise in the Premier League has sparked widespread interest, with several of England’s biggest clubs now tracking the Brentford wing-back ahead of a potential summer move.

Soccer News / Stretty News / February 8

Senior figures at Man United stepping up interest in £50m-rated Italian powerhouse

Manchester United are reportedly interested in the Brentford defender, Michael Kayode. The 21-year-old has performed well since moving to the Premier League and has attracted the attention of top clubs.

Soccer News / Juvefc.com / January 10

Juventus is showing interest in a move for Premier League star

Michael Kayode is continuing to impress in the Premier League with Brentford, and Juventus are now showing interest in bringing him back to Italy. The defender has adapted well to English football and is regarded as one of the players contributing strongly to Brentford’s positive campaign this season.

Fiorentina News / Caught Offside / January 8

Sources: Man City lead the chase for Premier League right-back wanted by top clubs

Brentford star Michael Kayode has become one of the most in-demand young defenders in Europe following his impressive season in the Premier League. Despite his age, the 21-year-old right-back has displayed maturity and consistency well beyond his years, earning widespread attention from several of Europe’s biggest clubs.

Soccer News / Harry Hotspur / May 16, 2025

Tottenham defensive target likely to play in London next season, but not with Spurs

Fiorentina defender Michael Kayode is currently on loan at Brentford, and the 20-year-old full-back has done quite well for them. According to TBR Football, Tottenham were keeping tabs on the player’s development, but it seems that they will miss out on his signature.

Fiorentina News / Caught Offside / January 21, 2025

Brentford in talks to win race for €17m Liverpool transfer target

Brentford are in talks to seal the transfer of Fiorentina right-back Michael Kayode, who has also been monitored by Liverpool and Tottenham. CaughtOffside

Soccer News / Harry Hotspur / December 27, 2024

Tottenham can now sign defensive target for half of what they were quoted in July

Tottenham Hotspur have been linked with a move for Fiorentina full-back Michael Kayode once again. The 20-year-old right-back was heavily linked with the move to the Premier League at the start of the season.

Soccer News / Harry Hotspur / June 24, 2024

Tottenham have ‘serious’ interest in 19-year-old prodigy, they have offered £34m

Tottenham Hotspur continue to be linked with a move for the Fiorentina defender Michael Kayode. The 19-year-old could be on the move this summer and a report from Firenze Viola claims that the north London club are ‘serious’ about signing the talented young defender.

Soccer News / Harry Hotspur / June 22, 2024

Tottenham ‘thinking of’ making a move for 19-year-old wide player

Tottenham Hotspur have been linked with a move for the Fiorentina defender Michael Kayode. According to a report from Tuttomercatoweb, Tottenham are ‘thinking of’ making a move for the 19-year-old wide player.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / February 28, 2024

Inter Milan are keen to beat Arsenal to Italian teenager

Michael Kayode scored his first Serie A goal for Fiorentina over the weekend, a development that will likely interest Arsenal. The Gunners have been monitoring the progress of the full-back for several months since he earned a spot on the Fiorentina first team.