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Brentford's recruitment machine has been at work again: Austrian midfielder Jannik Schuster (£15.57m from RB Salzburg), winger Jaidon Anthony (£15m from Burnley) and veteran striker Callum Wilson (free from West Ham) have all joined a Bees side that finished 9th last season. The trade-off: Frank Onyeka has joined Coventry for £6m.
Brentford host Tottenham's new-look side in GW1.
Confirmed Brentford signings - summer 2026
| Player | Position | From | Fee | FPL relevance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jannik Schuster | CM | RB Salzburg | £15.57m | Medium |
| Jaidon Anthony | W | Burnley | £15m | Medium |
| Callum Wilson | ST | West Ham | Free | Low-medium |
The signings, analysed
Jannik Schuster - the Red Bull production line delivers again
Brentford continue to shop in the smartest markets. Schuster arrives from Salzburg with the pressing, ball-winning and line-breaking passing profile the club's model covets. Central midfielders in Brentford's system rarely post huge FPL numbers, but Schuster's all-action style gives him defensive-contribution point potential - one for the watchlist.
Jaidon Anthony - proven at this level's doorstep
The former Bournemouth winger impressed at Burnley and now gets his Premier League platform. Anthony is a direct, chance-creating wide forward; if he locks down a starting spot, he's a budget midfielder with assist upside in a side that creates high-quality set-piece chances.
Callum Wilson - experienced insurance
The 34-year-old former England striker arrives on a free as depth. Injuries have defined his recent seasons, and he's a back-up profile - avoid unless he's unexpectedly starting (in which case his career minutes-per-goal record makes him a punt).
What it means for FPL managers
- GW1 v Spurs is a shooting match waiting to happen - Brentford's established attackers are playable; their defence is not.
- Brentford's set-piece threat boosts all their attacking assets - Anthony inherits the league's best delivery ecosystem.
- Wait for pre-season line-ups before committing to any of the new trio; Brentford's competition for places is fierce.
FPL verdicts
| Player | Verdict |
|---|---|
| Jaidon Anthony | WATCH - upside if starting |
| Jannik Schuster | WATCH - defensive-bonus profile |
| Callum Wilson | AVOID - depth option |
Bottom line: Smart, system-fit recruitment as usual from Brentford - but no GW1 must-haves. Anthony is the name for your watchlist.
Last updated: 17 July 2026.
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