Brentford midfielder Josh DaSilva has cemented his future in the Bees’ line-up, agreeing a new four-year deal with the club.
After spending 11 years at Arsenal, the young midfielder turned down a contract to seek more game time with Brentford. The move away from Arsenal is paying dividends for both the player and his new club, as Brentford finished third in the Championship 2019/2020 season.
Brentford Midfielder Josh DaSilva Commits to a New Four-Year Deal
Thomas Frank Delighted With the News
Brentford manager, Thomas Frank, spoke of his delight of the signing with the club website:
“He has grown over the past two years and has been a very big part of the team for the past year.
“I expect there is, even more, to come from him.”
DaSilva’s progression is in no small part to an increased in playing time. Last season DaSilva played 46 games in all competitions and Thomas Frank is expecting the improvements to continue as he highlights the player’s potential to improve. One area in which Da Silva has impressed is goal scoring, in which he reached double figures last season.
Fans also shared their delight as Brentford announced the signing on Twitter.
4⃣ more years for @joshdasilva_#BrentfordFC #Dasilva2024 pic.twitter.com/ZFvNDsQj5D
— Brentford FC (@BrentfordFC) October 6, 2020
What is Next for Josh DaSilva and Brentford?
Brentford are licking their wounds following a brutal play-off-final defeat last season. However, they will be looking to replicate the achievement with better success this time around. The signing of DaSilva will definitely boost their chances. If DaSilva helps Brentford to promotion to the Premier League, it will serve as an example to other young players that seeking game time can be better than waiting for your chance at a big team.
Meanwhile, Brentford are trying to stave off interest for their star man – Said Benrahma. However, holding onto Benrahma may prove difficult as pressure from Premier League clubs mounts.
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