Keith Andrews handed six year contract at Brentford

Keith Andrews has signed a six-year contract with Brentford after a dream start to his managerial career in the Premier League.

Andrews was a surprise appointment after Thomas Frank left the role for Tottenham Hotspur in the off-season.

The former Republic of Ireland assistant boss was promoted from the club’s staff to the top position and has led the Bees to seventh place after 27 matches.

They also reached a Carabao Cup quarter-final and remain in the FA Cup at the fifth round stage, where Brentford travel to face West Ham United.

“When Keith accepted the job last summer, he signed a three-year contract, but the intention was always that we’d review this at the earliest opportunity,” said Brentford director of football Phil Giles.

“Given our progress this season, I’m really happy that we have agreed this extension within the first nine months.

“Keith has done an outstanding job, the team are playing well and the things we thought we could be better at this season have all improved.

“He is a really good fit for the club and the way we like to work, as he is able to bring the best out of both players and staff alike.

“Everyone at Brentford will be pleased to hear that Keith will be with us for many years to come, and I’m excited by what we can all achieve together in the coming seasons.”

Andrews’ new deal take him up to the summer of 2032.