Liverpool want centre-back who BEAT Van Dijk to Premier League record | OneFootball

Liverpool watching Nathan Collins

But now one more name has been added to the mix in the shape of Ireland captain Nathan Collins. The 24-year-old became Brentford’s most expensive-ever player when signing from Wolves back in 2023 for a £23m fee.

Following his breakout season with the Bees in 2024/25, top clubs are now queuing up to sign the 30-cap defender.

Tottenham are now in the race - coached by Collins’ former Brentford coach Thomas Frank - as are Arsenal and Newcastle. That’s according to a new report in TBR Football - which also claims Collins is on the list for the Reds.

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Collins BEATS Van Dijk to PL record

“Spurs have joined the race to sign Brentford star Nathan Collins,” a report reads. “With Cristian Romero fully expected to leave Tottenham this summer, Collins has been identified as an ideal target by Spurs.

“However, they face stiff competition from the likes of Arsenal and Liverpool, who are also keen on signing the Irish star.”

Last season he played EVERY single minute of the Premier League season - the only outfield player to achieve that milestone.

He beat Liverpool’s Van Dijk to the record - with the Dutchman sitting out the defeat to Brighton on matchday 37. Otherwise, he too would have had a perfect attendance to report.