Brentford’s Ambitious Defensive Reinforcement StrategyBrentford’s intent to strengthen their squad is evident as they set their sights on a significant acquisition: Barcelona’s Andreas

Bryan Mbeumo (third) and Dejan Kulusevski (second) meet in a matchup featuring a pair of the top chance-creators in the Premier League when Brentford FC hosts Tottenham Hotspur on February 2, 2025

Brentford held on for a big away win, just their second of the season, by beating Crystal Palace 2-1 at Selhurst Park on Sunday. MORE – Full match replay Bryan Mbeumo's twice-taken penalty kick put them ahead in the second half while Kevin Schade's brave header made it 2-0 before debutant Romain Esse set up a dramatic finish but the Bees held on.

The Independent says Brentford are keen on the former Chelsea defender and hope their Danish connection can convince Christensen about a return to London. However, for the moment, Christensen wants to stay and fight for his future at Barca.

Tottenham are big admirers of Thomas Frank but are unlikely to pay his £9 million release clause to replace Ange Postecoglou.

Bryan Mbeumo's retaken penalty and Kevin Schade's headed goal gave Brentford a 2-1 win at Crystal Palace on Sunday, ending the hosts' five-game unbeaten run in the Premier League.

Former Chelsea defender Andreas Christensen has only made one league appearance for Barcelona this season but wants to fight for his place

Brentford marked Thomas Frank's 300th game in charge with a gritty 2-1 victory over Crystal Palace in the Premier League. Bryan Mbeumo and Kevin Schade were on target for the Bees during a frantic second half at Selhurst Park. Substitute Romain Esse pulled a goal back for the hosts late on.

Brentford defender Nathan Collins described their win over Crystal Palace as enjoyable despite the tough conditions.

Bryan Mbeumo's retaken penalty and Kevin Schade's headed goal gave Brentford a 2-1 win at Crystal Palace on Sunday as the hosts ended their five-game unbeaten run in the Premier League despite Romain Esse's late strike to reduce the deficit.

Crystal Palace boss Oliver Glasner has urged Romain Esse to 'keep his identity' as he progresses from the Championship to the Premier League.

The most important result of the past seven days for Brentford may not be Sunday's win at Crystal Palace, but actually tying down Mikkel Damsgaard to a new long-term contract. The Denmark international has been inspirational for the Bees this season, and is arguably one of the Premier League's most talented midfielders.