Premier League club Brentford might launch the offensive to sign 74-cap Danish international Andreas Christensen from Barcelona in the winter transfer window.
According to a report by Miguel Delaney of The Independent, Andreas Christensen is the subject of interest from Brentford. The Bees have been scouring the market for a centre-back heading into the winter transfer window. So, the Barcelona utility man has emerged as a target, with the Premier League club mulling over an audacious move for the 74-cap Danish international.
Andreas Christensen and his intriguing Barcelona journey
Andreas Christensen has been a reliable performer since joining Barcelona in a Bosman move in July 2022 after running down his contract with Chelsea. While the Dane has been dependable at the back for the Blaugrana, he has never been an undisputed first-choice starter for the Catalan outfit.
In addition, the 28-year-old has proven himself as a utility man due to his ability to play as a centre-back, a right-back, and a holding midfielder. However, Christensen has always been a prime candidate to be shown the exit door at FC Barcelona amid the club’s never-ending financial distress.
Meanwhile, a long-term achilles injury has plagued Christensen this season, with the player managing only 26 minutes of game time in only one appearance thus far. However, the Danish international, who has turned out 74 times for his country, remains highly sought-after in the market, with Premier League clubs, in particular, vying for his signature.
London return on the horizon?
Widespread reports have linked Andreas Christensen with Premier League bigwigs like Manchester United and Newcastle United. However, the two high-profile clubs face stiff competition from fellow Premier League club Brentford to sign the Barcelona utility man in the winter transfer window.
Brentford’s interest in Christensen is somewhat baffling, considering Thomas Frank has several centre-backs in his squad. However, the Barcelona defender can be a top-class addition to the West London club’s backline, considering he is better than every defensive player in Frank’s group.
Meanwhile, the 28-year-old should not take long to settle down at the Gtech Community Stadium, considering his previous experience in the Premier League and Brentford’s Danish contingent. However, widespread reports have suggested that the 74-cap Danish international does not want to leave Barcelona. So, Brentford will face a tall order to secure his services this month.
