Manager Keith Andrews expressed his enthusiasm for Ali's appointment, stating that he was impressed by Ali's personality and football philosophy. Andrews revealed that Ali was selected from a pool of several candidates after a thorough interview process.

Ali brings a wealth of experience in player development, having previously worked with Tottenham Hotspur and Reading. At Arsenal, he had a unique role that involved working with the U21 team as well as the first team under manager Mikel Arteta.

Ali's appointment is seen as a significant addition to the Brentford team, and fans are eager to see the impact he will have on the club's performance.