Danny Collinge signs new long-term contract with Barnet FC
The 28-year-old defender has made 160 appearances and scored 17 goals since joining in 2022
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Barnet Football Club has extended defender Danny Collinge’s contract, tying him to the club on a long-term deal. The 28-year-old joined Barnet in the summer of 2022 and has since become a central figure in the team’s defence and leadership.
Collinge made his debut for the club in the 2022/23 National League season opener against Halifax Town. Since then, he has played 160 matches, scoring 17 goals. His first goal came in November 2022, a header from a Rob Hall corner in a 2-0 win at Altrincham.
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Goals from defence
In the 2023/24 season, Collinge scored eight goals from defence, including three in the first three matches. He also contributed four goals during Barnet’s National League title-winning campaign, such as a brace in a match at Southend United.
Last season, Collinge played in all but three of Barnet’s matches as the club pushed for a return to the EFL play-offs. He scored crucial goals late in the season, including back-to-back strikes against Cambridge United and MK Dons.
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Manager praises leadership
Manager Dean Brennan said Collinge’s leadership had been vital to the team. Brennan told the club’s website, "Danny has led the group and been a serious leader, and he deserves his new contract."
Brennan added that the club had learned from past mistakes in contract negotiations. He said Barnet is now focused on extending deals for key players and rewarding those who have earned new terms.
“I’m really happy. It’s something that’s been in the pipeline over the summer and I think the club’s on a really good trajectory and it’s something I want to be a part of.”
Danny Collinge, Barnet FC defender
What happens next
Collinge’s new contract will keep him at The Hive until at least 2028. The club has not disclosed the financial terms of the deal. Barnet FC begins its 2024/25 League Two campaign on 3 August 2024, with fixtures yet to be announced.
Questions this report answers
+How many appearances has Danny Collinge made for Barnet FC?
Danny Collinge has made 160 appearances for Barnet FC since joining in 2022. This includes matches in the National League and League Two, where he has been a regular starter and key defender for the team.
+How many goals has Danny Collinge scored for Barnet FC?
Collinge has scored 17 goals for Barnet FC, including eight in the 2023/24 season. His ability to score from defence has been a notable part of his contribution to the team’s success.
+What did Barnet FC manager Dean Brennan say about Danny Collinge’s new contract?
Dean Brennan said Collinge has been a "serious leader" and deserves his new contract. Brennan also stated the club is learning from past contract mistakes and prioritising extensions for key players.
+When does Barnet FC’s 2024/25 season start?
Barnet FC’s 2024/25 League Two season begins on 3 August 2024. The full fixture list has not yet been released, but the club will aim to build on its recent promotion to the EFL.
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