According to Lyall Thomas of Sky Sports, Brentford have started discussions with 24-year-old winger Kevin Schade about a new long-term contract because of his excellent start to the season and growing interest from larger clubs. It is thought that Liverpool and Arsenal were the most interested in the player when the summer transfer window concluded, while Chelsea and Tottenham have also monitored him for a period of time. The Germany international has 6 caps for his country and joined the West London club from SC Freiburg for £20m in June 2023. He has entered the final two years of his current deal, and Brentford are interested in offering him improved terms. His current market value is estimated by Transfermarkt to be €35.00m.