Fulham boss Silva admits Frank admiration ahead of Brentford showdown

Silva praises Brentford counterpart ahead of Premier League clash

Fulham manager Marco Silva has expressed his admiration for Brentford counterpart Thomas Frank ahead of the two sides' Premier League meeting on Saturday. Silva described Frank as a "fantastic manager" and said he was "not surprised" by the success that Brentford have enjoyed under his leadership.

Frank has guided Brentford to Premier League success

Frank led Brentford to promotion to the Premier League for the first time in their history in 2021 and has since established the Bees as a competitive force in the top flight. Brentford are currently 10th in the table, seven points above Fulham in 17th.

Silva and Frank share a mutual respect

Silva and Frank have a mutual respect for each other, having faced each other several times in the past. Silva said he is looking forward to the challenge of facing Frank's Brentford side on Saturday.