Andrews named as new Brentford head coach
Brentford have named Keith Andrews as the club’s new head coach.
The Irishman, 44, was set-piece coach under Thomas Frank, who recently left to take over at Tottenham.
He has previously coached at Sheffield United, MK Dons and with the Republic of Ireland.
“Keith is a very good fit,” said Brentford director of football Phil Giles.
“He gets on with everyone, he’s very open and he’s a learner. Keith is clear in what he wants, he’s detailed, and the players and staff like and respect him.
“He understands the players in the building and the way we’ve played and trained under Thomas Frank.
“Keith will bring his own evolution but isn’t starting from scratch, so hopefully we can make some quick progress.
“He’s a very good coach and has clear ideas about how he wants the team to improve. We were looking for somebody not just to maintain what we’ve been doing but actually try and get better.”
Other candidates were considered but Brentford again decided to promote from within – as they did when appointing Frank seven years ago.
“The ceiling is massive in terms of what we can achieve,” Andrews said.
“I don’t know where to start in terms of what’s exciting me because there’s so much: the potential of the football club, the potential of the players and the potential of the staff that underpin what has brought success to this brilliant football club.”
