'Brentford must spend but stability key after Frank departure'
Thomas Frank proved that when Brentford lost one important individual, such as Ivan Toney, the collective was still strong.However, with Frank having now moved across London to Tottenham and the possibility of losing star players like Bryan Mbeumo and Yoane Wissa, it could potentially be really difficult for the Bees.Who they bring in to replace Frank is going to be really interesting. Who is available? Who is the right person for the job and to manage the group of players that are left? Then, are Brentford going to spend to replace any players who leave?They had the know-how under Frank to do this, but he is not there any more.What does help is that they already have players with the quality to play in the Premier League.They are already above the teams coming up from the Championship, and we have seen in recent years how the promoted sides have really struggled to adapt - to the speed, the quality and the fact you cannot take as many risks. Brentford are already equipped for that.So, if Brentford really want to avoid a possible relegation fight next season, they have to appoint the right manager, and then they have to spend and try to replace any outgoing players with similar quality.The fact they have been in the Premier League for the time they have and have that stability really helps them.It is going to be a different kind of campaign for them this time around without Frank, but I certainly do not think they will be relegated, even if they also lose players like Mbeumo.Fara Williams was speaking to BBC Sport's Nicola PearsonNot a Brentford fan? Find and follow your team on BBC Sport
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