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Why is a long contract important?
A long contract, like Igor Thiago's until 2031, gives the selling club significant power. It means they aren't pressured to sell the player cheaply before his contract runs down. For Brentford, this long-term deal ensures they can demand a high transfer fee from Bayern Munich, as they have no immediate obligation to let Thiago leave.
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