LONDON, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 26: Burnley's Ben Mee applauds the fans at the final whistle during the Premier League match between Crystal Palace and Burnley at Selhurst Park on February 26, 2022 in London, United Kingdom.

Brentford sign ex-Burnley captain Ben Mee

Agence France-Presse
4 years ago
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London, July 22, 2022 (AFP) - Brentford have signed former Burnley captain Ben Mee on a free transfer after agreeing a two-year-deal with the defender.

The 32-year-old left Burnley when his contract expired following their relegation from the Premier League last season.

Brentford boss Thomas Frank said the centre-back would add "quality and experience" to his squad.

"I really love his defensive mindset," he said. "He knows how to defend the box, he knows how to block a shot, and he knows how to win duels.

"He will bring leadership and communication to the team, which is very attractive.

"He has a very good left foot and will be very good for us on set-pieces in both boxes. I am looking forward to adding him to the squad."

Mee, who played almost 400 times for Burnley over an 11-year period, is Brentford's fourth signing of the transfer window, joining Aaron Hickey, Keane Lewis-Potter, and Thomas Strakosha in west London.

Back in the top flight after a 74-year absence, Brentford finished 13th in the Premier League table last term.

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