Brentford have made checks in recent weeks on 19-year-old Northern Irish Blackburn Rovers defender Tom Atcheson, who recently signed a new long-term contract. According to TEAMtalk, the growing interest from top clubs could test Blackburn's resolve. The outlet also reported that Brentford are joined by Tottenham Hotspur, Newcastle United, Sunderland, Everton, and Brighton & Hove Albion in having scouted the player. Manchester United are also closely monitoring his development. Interest from Europe includes Bundesliga sides RB Leipzig and Borussia Dortmund, as well as Serie A's Atalanta and Napoli. Atcheson has one international cap for Northern Ireland and has made 9 appearances in Premier League 2 and 8 appearances in the Championship during the 2025/2026 season.