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Brentford FC defender Ethan Pinnock (5) during the Premier League match between Brighton and Hove Albion and Brentford at the American Express Stadium, Brighton and Hove, England on 6 December 2023.
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Transfer Round-Up: Pinnock deal close, Mfuni move collapses and Brau set for loan exit

Stephen Mfuni’s proposed loan move to Coventry City has fallen through, but the Sky Blues appear to be closing in on a deal for Brentford defender Ethan Pinnock.

24.08.26, 19:55 Updated 24.08.26, 19:55 3 Minute Read

Rich Chamberlain

Rich Chamberlain

Stephen Mfuni’s proposed loan move to Coventry City has fallen through, but the Sky Blues appear to be closing in on a deal for Brentford defender Ethan Pinnock.

Meanwhile, Miguel Brau looks set to leave the club on loan as Frank Lampard continues to reshape his defensive options ahead of the transfer deadline.

Mfuni move falls through

Mfuni, the highly-rated 18-year-old Manchester City defender, had been on the verge of completing a season-long loan move to the CBS Arena, with the two clubs having agreed a deal.

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Rich Chamberlain

Rich Chamberlain Rich is a lifelong Coventry supporter and the author of several books about the club, including When The Sky Was Blue, Benno: My Life in Football and Sky Blue Fall.

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