Huddersfield Town Sign Free Agent Midfielder
Huddersfield Town are reportedly in advanced talks to sign free agent midfielder Archie Collins, who has been linked with Portsmouth and other Championship clubs. Collins, 26, has been unattached since the end of the 2025/26 season, when his three-year spell at Peterborough United came to an end.
What happened?
Huddersfield Town are said to be making progress on the recruitment front, with Collins reportedly in advanced talks to join the club on a free transfer. The 26-year-old has been a key figure for Posh, establishing himself as one of the most revered midfielders in League One over the course of his 159 outings.
Why it matters for Portsmouth
The news comes as a blow to Portsmouth, who had been linked with Collins earlier in the summer. The club had been hoping to strengthen their midfield with the signing of a top-class player, but it seems that Huddersfield Town are now in pole position to secure his services.
What comes next?
Huddersfield Town are due to kick off their League One campaign on Saturday (August 15), hosting AFC Wimbledon at the Accu Stadium. The Terriers are looking to build on their strong pre-season form and make a statement in their opening match.
Huddersfield Town preparing for a new campaign
Goalkeeper Matty Young has arrived on loan from Sunderland and permanent deals have been struck for Ilias Bronkhorst, Ibane Bowat, Ethan Brierley, Derensili Sanches Fernandes and Ashley Fletcher. Huddersfield are 18th in the Championship, with 55 points from 46 games last season, and are looking to improve their league position this term.
League standing (final 2025 table -- new season not yet under way): 18th in Championship, 55 pts, 14W-13D-19L from 46 games, recent form DWLWW. Goals this season: 49 scored, 64 conceded (-15 goal difference). Title race: 40 points behind leaders Coventry. Next fixture: vs Blackburn (away, 2027-02-20) (20th in the table).
