How did Brentford sign Mamadou Sangare for less than £50million? Brentford’s purchase of Sangare will cause dismay in recruitment departments across the division. Scouts use data to prevent players like Sangare from slipping through the cracks. Manchester United, Manchester City and Arsenal have prioritised Premier League experience when upgrading their central midfield options this summer, which has worked in Brentford’s favour. Brentford broke their club record to sign Sangare, but he already feels like a bargain. The west London side’s midfield has been over-reliant on Vitaly Janelt and Mathias Jensen since they were in the Championship, and Sangare has provided the fresh impetus they desperately required. Now it makes sense why they were not worried about losing Jordan Henderson to Chelsea. 📝 @jaydmharris 🔗 nyti.ms/45LJZVJ