Coach Frank signs with Brentford to 2027

They finished 13th last season and are 10th at present after defeating reigning champions Manchester City before the World Cup break.

"Being a head coach at a club is like a relationship; there are highs and lows," Frank said on Saturday. "The warmth, support and kindness every time I meet a Bees fan has been amazing and it gives me extra energy to continue the work going forward.

"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 football Phil Giles said: "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."