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Wissa to Newcastle, Saudi… or Sent to Coventry?
With the new season rapidly approaching, there’s no shortage of drama in the world of Brentford FC — and the Beesotted Pride of West London podcast crew is back to break it all down. In this week’s episode, Dave ‘Laney’ Lane, Lewis ‘Sherlock’ Holmes, and Gary ‘GP’ Paul come together to unpack the latest news, transfer chatter, and media nonsense surrounding the Bees.
🚨 Mbeumo Joins Manchester United
It’s official: Bryan Mbeumo has joined Manchester United in a blockbuster £65 million deal — a figure that could rise to £71 million with add-ons. While the fee feels like good business for the Bees, the drama didn’t stop at the signing. Apparently, Manchester United weren’t too impressed with Brentford’s negotiation tactics — a claim that amused the panel no end. United not happy with tough negotiations? Hey ho!.
😤 Wissa Wants Out
Meanwhile, Yoane Wissa has reportedly downed tools and is refusing to train in a bid to force a move away from West London. Sources claim he’s returning to Jersey Road this week however — how thoughtful. Newcastle United remain strongly linked, with Saudi interest also growing. Wissa is said to be banking on previous verbal assurances from the club, while Brentford hold firm at a £50 million valuation. The club has made it clear: only one major sale this window, and that door is now closed.. unless the money is too much to ignore. But with fans growing frustrated and Wissa’s legacy under threat, the lads ask — has Wissa burned his bridges?
📉 Relegation Rhetoric
Pundits are already writing Brentford off this season, with gloomy predictions and relegation talk swirling. But is this media laziness or a genuine cause for concern? The panel has their say. Catch more on this in next week’s appearance by Dave Lane on The Overlap with Jamie Carragher and Paul Scholes, where they will give their verdict on Brentford’s summer and survival hopes.
🇵🇹 Pre-Season in Portugal
The first friendly of the pre-season ended in a 1-1 draw with Gil Vicente.
- Aaron Hickey was the standout performer.
- 24 players were rotated in a match that showcased squad depth — or lack thereof up top.
- Nunes picked up a knock, suspected to be a hamstring issue.
- Donovan was handed a big opportunity to impress.
🏟️ Loftus Road Up Next
Brentford travel to Loftus Road this Saturday for a 3pm kick-off against QPR. As tradition dictates, the Bees will pay a charitable visit to their struggling local neighbours, giving their fans something to get briefly excited about.
🕊️ RIP Mark Lazarus
We also mark the passing of Brentford legend Mark Lazarus. The winger made 62 appearances and scored 20 goals before moving on to Crystal Palace. A true club great — rest in peace.
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01:00:55|After the roller-coaster win at Turf Moor on Saturday, where The Bees eventually ran out 4-3 winners after a nerve-wrecking afternoon, Brentford have to regroup and head off to the South Coast to take on Bournemouth.Billy ‘The Bee’ Grant and Dave ‘Laney’ Lane get together to chat about the VAR-fuelled win in Lancashire, hot off the press news about new investors in the club and what that could mean, plus we look forward to a trip to the seaside to take on The Cherries.
From Brighton Frustration To Clarets Preparation | Burnley v Brentford Preview Podcast
55:48|This week on the Beesotted Pride of West London podcast, Billy TheBee Grant and Dave Laney Lane are back in the virtual studio chewing over plenty of big Brentford talking pointsWe kick off with the news that Keith Andrews has signed a new Brentford contract until 2032 - what it says about the club’s long-term planning, the direction of travel and just how important he is behind the scenesThen it’s a look back at the defeat to Brighton. Where did it go wrong? What were the key moments? And as ever, we hear from the fans straight after the match with their raw and honest reactionsJonathan JB Burchill rolls in with more facts and a little bit of funk - digging out nuggets you didn’t know you needed but now won’t be able to live withoutAnd with Burnley up next, we dive into the forthcoming match with The Allard and The Gowler from the Beyond The Breakdown podcast, bringing the statistical edge and tactical lowdown on what the Bees need to do to get the job doneBrighton frustration. Big contract news. Burnley on the horizonIt’s all there
Bees 0 Brighton 2 - One To Forget After Plenty To Remember
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Brighton Rock Up + Arsenal and Macclesfield Review Chit Chat
01:07:10|Dave 'Laney' Lane and Lewis 'Sherlock' Holmes host the latest Beesotted podcast as we look forward to the visit of Brighton this weekend and look back to the excellent draw with Arsenal, and the not so excellent win over Macclesfield in the FA Cup on Monday night. Thanks also to Matt 'The Allard' Allard and Jacob 'the Gowler' Gowler, JB with his Facts and Funk and Russ from Brighton Rocks podcast for their contributions.
Macclesfield 0 Brentford 1 - post-match podcast from the pub
28:06|The Bees had to fight hard for their win over Macclesfield in the cupWe spoke to Bees & Silkmen fans straight after the match
Arsenal Disrupted. Villa Exposed. Newcastle Conquered. | Beyond The Breakdown - Brentford Stats And Tactics
45:58|Beyond The Breakdown is back with Jacob The Gowler Gowler and Matt The Allard Allard - and this week the focus is firmly on ArsenalThey examined the job Keith Andrews has done and how his philosophy is now fully embedded in this Brentford side. The main event, though, is that incredible performance against Arsenal - a display that disrupted their title charge and, on another day, should absolutely have delivered all three pointsThe lads go deep on the tactical detail - Keane Lewis-Potter’s disciplined defensive role, how Brentford repeatedly played through Arsenal’s press, Van den Berg’s standout display, and what Collins being benched again tells usThere’s analysis of the smash-and-grab at Villa Park too - exposing the high line and soft man-marking - before a proper deep dive into the statement win at St James’ Park. The Ouattara and Lewis-Potter switch, the in-game shift to 4-4-2, Tonali’s early freedom and how it was curtailed, plus the stats that show Brentford earned every bit of itFinally, they run the numbers on Brighton, Burnley and Bournemouth. Are these favourable fixtures? Why do Brentford always seem to get the better of Bournemouth? And how many points are realistically on the table?Stats. Tactics. Big calls. Proper Breakdown
Phoenix Rising - Can The Silkmen Stun the Bees? Macclesfield v Brentford FA Cup Preview
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Brentford 1 Arsenal 1 - Post-Match Podcast From the Pub
24:05|Billy TheBee Grant was straight outside the ground after the Arsenal match, chatting to Bees and Arsenal fans to get the raw and honest reactions right after the final whistleWe spoke about the key moments that swung the game, the big performances out there, and whether Brentford got what they deservedAs always, it’s proper fan emotion - no filter, no script - just supporters giving their instant verdict on the Arsenal clash.Give it a listen and let us know your thoughts. 🐝
Beesotted Chat with Talksport's Jason Cundy & Jamie O’Hara - Frank Sacked and Arsenal Preview
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