Active in Premier League
Vitaly Janelt
Midfielder #27
Age 27 years
Nationality Germany
Market Value €18M
Career
B
◀ 2020 Brentford from VfL Bochum
VB
2018 VfL Bochum from RB Leipzig
VB
2017 VfL Bochum from RB Leipzig
Archetypes earned from what we've seen this season.
Player Season Cards
Vitaly Janelt's season performance cards
Bronze
ARCHITECT
1.4 Key Passes/90
1.4 Key Passes/90
4 Goals + Assists
87% Pass Accuracy
Gold
INTERCEPTOR
2.2 Interceptions/90
2.2 Interceptions/90
1.8 Tackles/90
28 Tackles + Interceptions
Silver
SILVER TRAY
25% Assist Frequency
25% Assist Frequency
3 Matches with Assist
4 Goals + Assists
Scout Report
Our breakdown of how this player plays, built from this season's match data.
Vitaly Janelt is a solid ARCHITECT for Brentford. Evidence: 1.43 Key Passes/90.
Also shows: exceptional INTERCEPTOR (2.2 Interceptions/90) , above average SILVER TRAY (25% Assist Frequency)
Player DNA
Are they a specialist or an all-rounder? The shape tells the story.
A specialist who excels in Defense (73/100) but has room to grow in Dribbling.
Vitaly Janelt Traits
Percentile rankings show how a player compares to others. 90% means they rank higher than 90% of comparable players.
vs Midfielders
Height 71%
Weight 84%
Experience 71%
vs Premier League
Height 52%
Weight 65%
Experience 69%
Player DNA
Five dimensions that show what kind of player they are
Dribbling 22
Shooting 53
Defense 73
Workrate 45
Passing 64
Key Strength 73 Defense
Area to Watch 22 Dribbling
Match Stats
Match-by-match record for Vitaly Janelt this season
| Date | Fixture | Mins | Rating | G | A | FM Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 24, 2026 | Liverpool 1-1 Brentford | 98' | 7.0 | 0 | 0 | 49 |
| May 17, 2026 | Brentford 2-2 Crystal Palace | 63' | 6.6 | 0 | 0 | 88 |
| May 09, 2026 | Manchester City 3-0 Brentford | 35' | 6.3 | 0 | 0 | 63 |
| May 02, 2026 | Brentford 3-0 West Ham | 0' | - | 0 | 0 | 59 |
| Feb 21, 2026 | Brentford 0-2 Brighton | 45' | 6.3 | 0 | 0 | 31 |
| Feb 12, 2026 | Brentford 1-1 Arsenal | 97' | 6.9 | 0 | 0 | 51 |
| Feb 07, 2026 | Newcastle 2-3 Brentford | 98' | 8.9 | 1 | 0 | 100 |
| Feb 01, 2026 | Aston Villa 0-1 Brentford | 100' | 6.9 | 0 | 0 | 60 |
| Jan 25, 2026 | Brentford 0-2 Nottingham Forest | 91' | 6.3 | 0 | 0 | 28 |
| Jan 17, 2026 | Chelsea 2-0 Brentford | 95' | 7.0 | 0 | 0 | 47 |
| Jan 07, 2026 | Brentford 3-0 Sunderland | 90' | 7.0 | 0 | 1 | 39 |
| Jan 04, 2026 | Everton 2-4 Brentford | 91' | 8.5 | 0 | 2 | 89 |
| Jan 01, 2026 | Brentford 0-0 Tottenham | 94' | 7.3 | 0 | 0 | 13 |
| Dec 27, 2025 | Brentford 4-1 Bournemouth | 96' | 7.2 | 0 | 0 | 62 |
| Dec 20, 2025 | Wolves 0-2 Brentford | 94' | 7.3 | 0 | 1 | 46 |
| Date | Fixture | FM Score |
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Player Market Value
Track Vitaly Janelt's transfer value changes and career value history
Current Value €18.0M
Peak Value €22.0M (Q4'23)
€22.0M €11.0M €0
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Vitaly Janelt is Brentford's Silver Wall. A core part of the West London setup since 2020, the German midfielder brings championship-winning pedigree to the pitch, having secured the UEFA U21 Championship earlier in his career. He remains a pillar of reliability for the Bees, establishing himself as a foundational element in their quest for Premier League stability.
Operating with a Defense rating of 72, Janelt is currently on an upward trajectory, significantly outperforming his season averages with a recent form spike of 81. His impact is validated by 18 appearances this term, where he has evolved into a multi-faceted threat. While his primary role is defensive, he has earned the INTERCEPTOR badge for averaging 2.1 interceptions per 90 minutes. Remarkably, he has also secured the ARCHITECT and SILVER TRAY honors, contributing three assists in his last five outings to prove he is far more than just a destroyer.
With a market value holding steady at €20M, Janelt represents one of the division's most consistent midfield assets. His ability to combine defensive grit with creative output provides essential tactical Balance, ensuring the Bees remain competitive during every grueling match of the campaign.