Brentford captain Christian Nørgaard was among the players whose contracts were set to expire at the end of the season. Both the club and the player were eager to reach an agreement on an extension. On Wednesday, Danish sports magazine Tipsbladet revealed that Nørgaard has signed a new deal with the Bees, keeping him at the club until the summer of 2027.
Last week, the 31-year-old spoke about his contract situation, expressing confidence in a resolution: "It's very positive. It's going the right way, and I'm sure we'll find a solution, so I'm here after the season, too."
Since joining Brentford in 2019, Nørgaard has been a key figure in the squad. His influence has only grown since the club's promotion to the Premier League, where they have established themselves as a solid mid-table side despite financial disparities with some of their rivals.
Signed from Fiorentina for just under £3 million, Nørgaard has been an integral part of Brentford’s rise. With his new contract, the Danish international is set to reach 200 appearances for the club, having currently played 187 games for the London side.
A tenacious, all-action midfielder, Nørgaard ranks highly in various defensive aspects for the club. However, he also plays a role in attack, contributing goals and regularly getting into dangerous positions in the opposition’s box.
His strong performances have attracted interest from several clubs across Europe. With his contract originally set to expire this summer, Premier League sides such as Fulham, Bournemouth, and Everton had been strongly linked with a move, according to TBR Football.
With midfielders Abdoulaye Doucouré and Idrissa Gueye both out of contract at the end of the season, Everton were reportedly considering Nørgaard as a potential reinforcement, especially as they prepare for a move to their new stadium. Meanwhile, Fulham and Bournemouth remain in contention for European qualification. They are three and four points behind fifth-placed Manchester City, respectively, a position that could secure a Champions League spot under the new format.