Thomas Frank signs new deal to stay at Brentford until 2027

LONDON (AP) — Thomas Frank is seeking to create “more magic moments” as head coach of Brentford after signing a brand new long-term contract that can preserve him on the Premier League membership till 2027.

The 49-year-old Dane was appointed in 2018 and guided the membership into the highest flight for the primary time in its historical past in 2020-21, finally ending thirteenth in that marketing campaign.

Frank’s aspect is tenth and can return to Premier League motion in opposition to Tottenham on Boxing Day bolstered by a 2-1 win over reigning champions Manchester City earlier than the World Cup break.

“Being a head coach at a club is like a relationship; there are highs and lows,” Frank mentioned on Saturday. “The heat, help and kindness each time I meet a Bees fan has been wonderful and it provides me further power to proceed the work going ahead.

“We attacked the Premier League in the first season and we’re attacking it in our second season. I’m looking forward to hopefully continuing our progress and creating more magic moments together.”

Director of soccer Phil Giles mentioned: “I’m sure I speak for everyone at Brentford when I say that I am very pleased that we have agreed this new contract with Thomas. It is well deserved following some excellent results and performances in the last 18 months.”