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BBC News
23-05-2025
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- BBC News
Frank on Hickey's return, being a 'selling club' and Europe
Brentford boss Thomas Frank has been speaking to the media before Sunday's final Premier League game away against Wolves (16:00 BST).Here are the key lines from his news conference:Frank confirmed Aaron Hickey will be in the matchday squad for the first time since October 2023 with the Scotland international suffering several setbacks in his recovery from a long-term hamstring problem: "I'm very pleased for him. He's worked very hard and this is a little bonus before he goes into the summer."Ben Mee will not feature after playing his final game for the club last weekend: "We had a nice send-off after the Fulham game and said a few nice words to him in general for what he has contributed. The last three years have been a pleasure and I wish him and his family all the best."Midfielder Vitaly Janelt will not feature on Sunday after undergoing surgery to address an issue in his conceded the club "will have to listen" if offers arrive for Bryan Mbeumo and Yoane Wissa this summer: "We have a contract with them. So I think we can control that ourselves if we wanted to. As I said before, we are a selling club. So if teams are coming in, or clubs are coming in with the right amount, we have to listen to it. Then we have a decision to make. But right now they're Brentford players, and they're playing on Sunday."On the outside chance of qualifying for the Conference League if the Bees finish above Brighton on Sunday and Chelsea both finish seventh and win the Conference League: "We spoke briefly about it [European football] on Tuesday. Six weeks ago, we said we wanted to finish as high as possible; that was the thing that we could control ourselves, then we still needed to have help from other teams and other results."Frank stressed the importance of a win regardless: "We need to do what we can to win on Sunday. If we win and finish ninth, it will be the joint-best finish in the Premier League. Top 10 is a remarkable result for us in the Premier League. We'll do what we can to finish the season with a win and then we'll see what will happen."On the challenge posed by Wolves: "It's going to be another difficult game, they're playing at home and want to finish off the season well. Vitor Pereira has done a top job there, there's no doubt about that. I like the way they are set up, they are very structured and difficult to break down."Follow all of Friday's Premier League news conferences and the rest of the day's football newsListen to live commentary of Wolves v Brentford on BBC Radio Sports Extra 3 from 16:00 on Sunday
BBC News
20-05-2025
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- BBC News
Bees buzz into the final weeked with Europe still in sight
What a disappointing weekend that was to be a Brentford of all, we had to not support the underdog in the FA Cup final, because of the way a Crystal Palace victory would affect our European chances, and then we lost at home to rivals Fulham.I should say that I am genuinely pleased for a couple of Palace friends that they won the cup - despite the impact for the all that, Brentford go into the season's final weekend with our European qualification hopes still alive - make it, we need to finish eighth and then hope that Chelsea both win the Conference League and also finish outside the top or not we do it, what an achievement it would be if we could finish in the top half of the Premier League for the second time in four has been another great campaign, filled with some cracking football, exciting matches and plenty of goals. For both Bryan Mbeumo and Yoane Wissa to score 19 is some is also great to be going into Sunday's final match with something to play a quick word about Ben Mee, who will be leaving us in the was superb in his first season with us in 2022-23 - when he only missed one Premier League game - helping us to finish ninth. He was also voted supporters' player of the he has been used sparingly in the past two years, so, as he is out of contract, he deserves to go somewhere where he will play regularly again - and I am sure he will have plenty of more from Ian Westbrook at Beesotted podcast, external
The Irish Sun
19-05-2025
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- The Irish Sun
Every Premier League star out of contract this summer including 16 former England stars and Trent Alexander-Arnold
THE Premier League season concludes this weekend - and for a host of players, the upcoming summer is filled with uncertainty. More than 60 players are Advertisement 9 Trent Alexander-Arnold and 15 other England stars are set to become free agents this summer Credit: PA Some high-profile stars - including But others face a nervy wait to see if they will receive a new deal before their contracts expire. SunSport has taken a deep dive into every upcoming free agent, starting with the Gunners - with one team set to lose ELEVEN players. Arsenal Mikel Arteta has promised a Advertisement READ MORE ON FOOTBALL The Gunners look Jorginho appears ready to BEST ONLINE CASINOS - TOP SITES IN THE UK Most read in Football Aston Villa After six seasons, Kortney Hause looks set to leave after being dogged in recent years by knee injuries. Advertisement Veteran stopper Robin Olsen has been on the books at Villa Park since 2022. Mikel Arteta will be sacked by Christmas if Arsenal are not in top two, warns former Gunners star But he will be looking for the 12th club of his career from June. Kortney Hause Robin Olsen Bournemouth It's been a superb season on the South Coast, with the Cherries spending most of it battling for Europe. The vast majority of the squad are contracted for next year. Advertisement But Chris Mepham - currently on loan at Sunderland - is the only player out of contract and will leave after six years with the club. Brentford Two fan favourites appear ready to move on from Ben Mee has played a bit-part role this season, while Josh Dasilva has been with the Bees since joining in the Championship seven years ago. Advertisement The Bees are bracing for offers on their talented strikeforce, with Bryan Mbeumo reportedly being eyed by Manchester United. Josh Dasilva Ben Mee 9 Ben Mee has racked up more than 300 Prem appearances in his career Credit: Getty Brighton & Hove Albion The ageless James Milner has yet to agree new terms on the South Coast following an injury-hit season. Now 39, reports suggest Advertisement The former Chelsea wing-back was James Milner Chelsea Todd Boehley recently opened up on Chelsea's With stars such as Cole Palmer and Romeo Lavis signed up to multi-year deals Advertisement Finnish keeper Lucas Bergstrom has never played a game for the Blues since signing in 2022 and looks set to be out the door come June. Lucas Bergstrom 9 Lucas Bergstrom will leave Chelsea this summer Credit: Getty Crystal Palace The Two veteran defenders are due to depart this summer, with Nathaniel Clyne and Advertisement Ward was named club captain in 2023/24 and has racked up a record number of Prem appearances for the club. 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Jamie Vardy Danny Ward Daniel Iversen Liverpool Safe to say that The England full-back looks destined for a switch to He was met with a Advertisement Harvey Davies 9 Alexander-Arnold is set to join Real Madrid when his contract expires in June Credit: PA Manchester City It's been a final season to forget for Kevin De Bruyne. The Belgian has won 14 major trophies with City but was powerless to prevent a silverware drought this term. Veteran keeper Scott Carson - who last played for England in 2011 - will join him in exiting the Etihad. Advertisement Kevin De Bruyne Manchester United Ruben Amorim has promised a And four veterans have not been offered new deals as the Portuguese manager looks to change the culture in the North West. Christian Eriksen is reportedly a target for former club Ajax. Victor Lindelof and Jonny Evans depart United with almost two decades of combined service. Advertisement But Tom Heaton Christian Eriksen 9 Christian Eriksen could be set for a reunion with a former team Credit: Getty Newcastle United Eddie Howe may view the transfer window as a success if he can keep hold of Toon are willing to move on from Callum Wilson, who has been a superb servant since joining from Bournemouth in 2020. Advertisement Leeds, newly promoted as Championship champions, are Jamal Lewis Mark Gillespie Nottingham Forest Following an unexpected European push, Forest will likely be busy again in the transfer market. While Harry Toffolo - poached from Huddersfield after Forest's promotion in 2022 - would be a canny signing for most Championship clubs. Advertisement Wayne Hennessey 9 Harry Toffolo joined Forest after their promotion to the Premier League in 2022 Credit: Getty Southampton The Saints are heading back to the Championship. And two former England internationals are set to depart the club this summer. Adam Lallana returned on a one-year deal last summer and was Advertisement While Kyle Walker-Peters - still only 28 - could be set for another Premier League club. Adam Lallana Joe Lumley Tottenham Hotspur But three loan moves later, the left-back looks certain to leave after mustering just 242 minutes across all competitions this season. Veteran keeper Fraser Forster could still fill a backup role in the Prem, while Advertisement Alfie Whiteman 9 Sergio Reguilon's contract is up at Spurs after a disappointing five years Credit: Alamy West Ham United It's another season of change for the Hammers - and they're set to wave goodbye to a club legend. Michail Antonio's contract situation has been described as "complex" by boss Graham Potter earlier this month. The striker - West Ham's record Prem scorer - Advertisement Danny Ings, Aaron Cresswell and Kurt Zouma are also on their way out the door. Michail Antonio Aaron Cresswell Kurt Zouma Wolves With Pablo Sarabia was a bargain buy for under £5million two years ago, but at 33 hasn't produced the goods this term. Wolves will also have to replace Nelson Semedo, who has been a lynchpin of the midfield since 2020. Advertisement Craig Dawson
Yahoo
18-05-2025
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Defender Mee to leave Brentford at end of season
Brentford defender Ben Mee has announced he will leave the club at the end of the season. The 35-year-old joined Brentford on a free transfer in July 2022 after 11 years at Burnley and the former England Under-21 international has played 67 times for the Bees, scoring five goals. However this season he has made just two Premier League starts and five appearances off the bench. His final home game will be Sunday's derby against Fulham. "This is a unique club full of fantastic people and I'm really proud and grateful to have had the pleasure to play here," he said. "I still have a lot more to give on the pitch and I'll certainly be looking to do that somewhere next season and beyond. For now, let's hope we can have a strong finish to the season." Brentford head coach Thomas Frank added: "Ben has been fantastic for us. His first season was outstanding; he was a big part of us finishing ninth in the Premier League. "He has not had as many minutes in the two seasons since then, but he has always performed when called upon. Ben is a top pro and a top person - he will be missed. We wish him all the best for the future." Latest Brentford news, analysis and fan views Get Brentford news sent straight to your phone
The Independent
18-05-2025
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- The Independent
Ben Mee confirms Brentford exit at the end of the season
Brentford defender Ben Mee has announced he will leave the club at the end of the season. The former England U21 centre-back joined Brentford on a free transfer in July 2022 after 11 years at Burnley and he has gone on to appear 67 times for the Bees, scoring five goals. But his playing time has been limited this season with just two Premier League starts and five more appearances off the bench so the 35-year-old has decided to move on when his contract expires on June 30. Speaking ahead of Brentford's last home match of the season against Fulham, Mee told the club's official website: "Sunday will be my last game at the Gtech. "This is a unique club full of fantastic people and I'm really proud and grateful to have had the pleasure to play here. "I still have a lot more to give on the pitch and I'll certainly be looking to do that somewhere next season and beyond. For now, let's hope we can have a strong finish to the season." Brentford head coach Thomas Frank added: "Ben has been fantastic for us. His first season was outstanding; he was a big part of us finishing ninth in the Premier League. "He has not had as many minutes in the two seasons since then, but he has always performed when called upon. Ben is a top pro and a top person - he will be missed. We wish him all the best for the future."
