Brentford have officially named 44-year-old Andrews as their new head coach, marking his first foray into full-time football management. The appointment comes after Andrews spent last season working under Thomas Frank as the club’s set-piece coach, earning praise for his contributions behind the scenes.

The Irishman brings a solid background in coaching, having previously held roles with Sheffield United, MK Dons, and the Republic of Ireland national team. His elevation to head coach represents a significant step in his career, as he takes charge of a Premier League side for the first time.

Brentford’s decision follows a thorough recruitment process in which several high-profile external candidates were reportedly considered. Among those linked with the role were Ipswich Town manager Kieran McKenna, who guided the club to promotion, and Francesco Farioli, who recently left Dutch giants Ajax.

Despite the calibre of the alternatives, the club opted to promote from within, signalling a vote of confidence in Andrews’ knowledge of the squad and alignment with Brentford’s strategic vision. The move suggests a desire for continuity and stability following Thomas Frank’s tenure, under whom the club enjoyed steady progress in England’s top flight.

Andrews now faces the challenge of building on that momentum as he leads Brentford into a new chapter.