Monday 28 September 2015 15:52, UK
Brentford chairman Cliff Crown says he thinks the club's new head coach Lee Carsley is an "outstanding leader".
The former Everton midfielder is to take charge of the Bees for the first time when they host Birmingham on Tuesday night.
Carsley has been promoted following the dismissal of Marinus Dijkhuizen, who has lost his job after just nine matches having taken over in the summer.
Lee has shown with the U21s he is an outstanding leader. His work at the training ground has been hugely impressive.
His assistant Roy Hendriksen has also been fired and Brentford opted to promote from within, handing the job to development squad coach Carsley.
The 41-year-old has previously coached at Coventry and Sheffield United, and Crown released a statement on the Brentford website explaining his decision.
"The club has moved swiftly and decisively in order to maintain its long-term vision and philosophy," said Crown.
"That's why Lee Carsley has been appointed as head coach for the remainder of the season.
"Lee has shown with the U21s he is an outstanding leader. His work at the training ground has been hugely impressive whilst coaching the development squad and has demonstrated he understands the club's philosophy and the ambitions of Brentford FC.
"We believe these qualities will help Lee settle into his new role effectively and quickly.
"Rest assured, we are determined to do everything possible to achieve the success you, the supporters, desire.
"Lee's appointment at this time is key to that and we will be doing everything in our power to support him and the rest of the staff."
