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Tottenham Step Up Chase for Nathan Collins

Caught Offside have reported that Tottenham are intensifying their efforts to sign Brentford captain Nathan Collins as Thomas Frank looks to add depth to his defence. The Republic of Ireland international has become one of the most sought-after defenders in the Premier League, with several top clubs monitoring his situation.

According to the report, “Collins is now attracting interest from Tottenham, Liverpool and Man United, and Spurs are now upping their efforts to lure the Republic of Ireland international to north London.”

Brentford’s Reluctance and Collins’ Value

Collins is under contract with Brentford until 2029, which complicates negotiations and places Brentford in a strong position. The Bees are reluctant to lose another key figure after an unsettled summer. Thomas Frank departed to take charge of Tottenham, Bryan Mbeumo joined Manchester United and Christian Norgaard completed a move to Arsenal.

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For Brentford, losing their captain would be another blow. Yet for Spurs, Collins’ leadership, aerial strength and composure on the ball make him an ideal fit for Frank’s system. At just 24 years of age, he also offers the long-term stability Tottenham’s backline has lacked in recent years.

Competition From Liverpool and Manchester United

While Tottenham lead the race, other major clubs remain interested. Liverpool have the financial muscle to compete, particularly after generating significant funds through the sales of Darwin Nunez, Luis Diaz and Caoimhin Kelleher. The Reds are assessing their defensive options, and while Collins is admired, Marc Guehi has been highlighted by some sources as a stronger priority.

Manchester United are also in the mix, but their financial position means sales will be necessary before they can launch a serious bid. That could leave them trailing Spurs and Liverpool in the pursuit, with Old Trafford officials facing an uphill task to reshape their squad while adhering to spending restrictions.

Tottenham’s Transfer Ambition

Tottenham’s focus on Collins comes as they edge closer to completing the signing of Eberechi Eze from Crystal Palace. Adding both Eze and Collins, on top of Mohammed Kudus, Mathys Tel and Kevin Danso, would represent a transfer window that significantly strengthens multiple areas of the squad.

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Frank is mindful of the added demands of Champions League football and Collins appears to be seen as the kind of reinforcement who can help Spurs meet those challenges. Contacts between Spurs and Brentford are expected soon, with Frank eager to work again with his former player as part of Tottenham’s wider project.

Our View – EPL Index Analysis

For Tottenham supporters, this update will be met with excitement. Nathan Collins is the type of defender who ticks the boxes Spurs have needed to fill for years. Strong in the air, composed on the ball and young enough to grow with the squad, he feels like a natural addition to a team now back in Europe’s top competition.

The knowledge that Liverpool and Manchester United are also circling makes this even more appealing. Spurs moving quickly and showing conviction in their pursuit will be seen as evidence that the club is learning from past transfer windows, when hesitation often proved costly.

There will, however, be caution over Brentford’s asking price. With Collins contracted until 2029, Spurs will likely need to commit to a sizeable fee, which could limit flexibility in other areas. Fans may also wonder whether prioritising Eze first risks delaying progress on Collins, especially with rival clubs watching.

Still, the prospect of adding both Eze and Collins in the same window is an enticing one. For supporters who have endured periods of inconsistency and near misses, this feels like a moment where Tottenham can decisively build a squad capable of competing at the very top.