Brentford’s manager, Keith Andrews, recently addressed the media ahead of an important match against Brighton. Currently, Brentford holds the 12th position on the Premier League table, having secured five wins, one draw, and five losses from their opening eleven matches. This season has been challenging for Andrews, who succeeded Thomas Frank as manager.
Injury Concerns: Carvalho’s Situation
One of the key topics during the press conference was the unfortunate ACL injury suffered by Fabio Carvalho. Andrews described the situation as “devastating” for the player, who sustained the injury during training last week.
“It’s been a tough week for obvious reasons,” Andrews stated. “I feel for him. He’s someone I respect a lot. This season, he hasn’t had as many opportunities as he deserves.”
Andrews expressed his intention to support Carvalho during his recovery, emphasizing the club’s commitment to the player in this difficult time.
Team Updates After International Break
Despite the setback with Carvalho, Andrews reported that there are no further injury updates following the international break. The players have returned to training and are adjusting after competing in varied time zones.
“The boys trained after their exploits and seem to be in a good place,” Andrews noted.
Igor Thiago: A Star in the Making
Andrews placed significant emphasis on Igor Thiago, Brentford’s top scorer, who has netted eight goals this season, making him the second highest scorer in the Premier League.
“Thiago has been instrumental for us,” said Andrews. “He’s constantly improving, ambitious, and has a strong desire to play for Brazil. We are committed to helping him achieve that goal.”
Call-Up to Brazil Under Ancelotti
Manager Carlo Ancelotti has been considering potential candidates for the Brazilian national team. Andrews firmly believes that Thiago deserves a call-up due to his performance and dedication.
“It’s a huge ambition for him to wear the Brazil jersey. We will do everything possible to support him in reaching that milestone,” concluded Andrews.
- Manager: Keith Andrews
- Current League Position: 12th
- Wins/Draws/Losses: 5/1/5
- Top Scorer: Igor Thiago (8 goals)
