Luton finally signs former Brentford man who’ll help replace Premier League duo

Luton finally signs former Brentford man who’ll help replace Premier League duo

Former Brentford midfielder Shandon Baptiste is in advanced talks to join Luton Town on a free transfer, TEAMtalk can exclusively confirm.

Baptiste’s contract with Brentford expired last month, making him a free agent. On May 15, sources confirmed to TEAMtalk that several clubs had expressed interest in the 26-year-old after learning that he will be available for free.

Moving forward to July, Luton have moved rapidly to win the transfer race and get Baptiste to Kenilworth Road.

Luton are looking for reinforcements this summer after losing two key midfield players following their relegation from the Premier League. Ross Barkley has joined Aston Villa for £5 million, while Albert Sambi Lokonga has returned to Arsenal following his season-long loan stint.

Hatters manager Rob Edwards wants to build a squad capable of competing for promotion back to the Premier League next season, and he sees Baptiste as an important addition to his team.

Baptiste struggled to find a regular role under Thomas Frank previous season, making only 12 appearances in all competitions.

Three times Grenada international made only two starts in those 12 appearances for Brentford last campaign and is keen to kickstart his career with regular first-team football, with Luton set to provide him with that opportunity.

Brentford signed the all-action midfielder in January 2020, and he helped the club to the Championship play-off final in his debut season in West London.

Baptiste made 72 appearances for Brentford, scoring two goals and assisting five times.

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