We are delighted to announce that Nathan Collins has completed his move to Brentford from Stoke City. The 21-year-old defender has signed a five-year contract with the Bees, becoming our most expensive signing ever. The deal is worth £23 million, according to reliable sources.
Collins is a versatile and talented player who can play as a center-back or a right-back. He has been a regular starter for Stoke City since the 2019/20 season, making 49 appearances and scoring three goals. He has also represented the Republic of Ireland at various youth levels and has been called up to the senior squad.
Collins is a strong, composed, and intelligent defender who has impressed many observers with his performances in the Championship. He has also shown great leadership qualities, captaining Stoke City on several occasions despite his young age. He is expected to add quality and depth to our defensive options, as we prepare for our second season in the Premier League.
We are very happy to welcome Nathan Collins to Brentford, and we look forward to seeing him in action soon. He is a player with huge potential and ambition, and we believe he will fit in well with our style of play and our culture. We would also like to thank Stoke City for their cooperation and professionalism throughout the negotiations.
