Frank Onyeka Joins Augsburg on Loan

Brentford midfielder Frank Onyeka has secured a season-long loan to German club Augsburg, seeking more regular playing time after becoming a fringe player. The 26-year-old Nigeria international, who made 78 appearances for Brentford since joining from Midtjylland in July 2021, expressed his desire to be a starter and is expected to return to Brentford at the end of the season as the loan deal contains no buy option. Brentford manager Thomas Frank praised Onyeka's contributions to the club's success but acknowledged the need for him to gain minutes elsewhere. Meanwhile, Brentford has signed 18-year-old left-back Jayden Meghoma from Southampton on a four-year deal, marking their fifth signing of the summer. Onyeka's move comes amid increased competition in Brentford's midfield and follows his participation in the Africa Cup of Nations, where Nigeria finished as runners-up. He joins Bayer Leverkusen duo Nathan Tella and Victor Boniface as the third Nigerian player in the Bundesliga this season.