USMNT striker and Monterrey target Brandon Vázquez one step away from Premier League switch

There has been another twist in the Brandon Vázquez transfer saga. Just when it seemed as if the FC Cincinnati attacker had been lined up for a move to Monterrey in Liga MX, he now looks set for the Premier League. According to British newspaper The Telegraph, Brentford are intent on signing the 25-year-old in the January transfer window as a possible replacement for Ivan Toney, who has been strongly linked with a move away.

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Toney will complete an eight-month betting suspension in January but appears likely to have played his last match for The Bees. But whether the one-cap England striker stays or goes, Vázquez is on Brentford’s radar, as well as several back-up options. According to journalist Mike McGrath, talks have already taken place between the clubs, although Cincinnati haven’t publicly revealed their asking price. It is thought the London-based side will make an offer not dissimilar to the one submitted by Monterrey, who are now hoping to lure Fulham’s Carlos Vinicius.

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According to reports in Mexico, Rayados had already reached an agreement with the player and his representatives with a view to a move in 2024. However, their bid of just over $7 million was rejected by the 2023 MLS Supporters’ Shield winners. Vázquez and his camp are now expected to prioritise a switch to England and the Premier League.

Born in the United States, Vázquez was also eligible to play for Mexico and originally accepted a call-up from El Tri for the under-17 World Cup in 2015. However, he later had a change of heart and opted to represent the United States, for whom he has appeared at under-17, under-19, under-20 and full international level.