Brentford sign Danish midfielder Damsgaard from Sampdoria


Brentford have signed Danish midfielder Mikkel Damsgaard on a five-year deal from Serie A side Sampdoria, the two clubs announced on Wednesday without disclosing a fee.

The 22-year-old joined the club from Genoa two years ago, making 49 appearances and registering two goals and four assists in all competitions. He missed most of last season through injury.

“Mikkel is, in my opinion, another classic Brentford signing. He’s a young player with big development potential,” manager Thomas Frank said.

Brentford host Manchester United on Saturday for their second Premier League game of the season after a 2-2 draw at Leicester City last week.