JULY 27, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM
Mee seals Brentford move — and donates money to carbon emissions charity Former Burnley captain Ben Mee has joined Brentford — and donated money to a carbon emissions charity following his transfer. Mee, 32, left...
Mee transfer carbon emissions Former Burnley captain Ben Mee has joined Brentford — and donated money to a carbon emissions charity following his transfer.Mee, 32, left B...
JULY 22, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM
Lingard joins Forest after leaving United; Mee to Brentford
Nottingham Forest has pulled off its biggest signing since clinching a return to the Premier League by bringing in Jesse Lingard on a free transferJULY 22, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Signs with Brentford Mee has signed a two-year contract with Brentford after ending his stay at Burnley earlier this summer.
Impact After a couple offseason injuries, Brentford were in need of some depth on their back line and they looked to Premier League veteran Mee. He started just 21 matches last season because of injury but hit 29 starts in each of the prior five campaigns. He could find himself immediately in the starting XI for the opener, as Ethan Pinnock and Kristoffer Ajer are both doubts to be ready.
JULY 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Doubtful Sunday Mee (knee) is likely a long shot to play against Newcastle United on Sunday after manager Mike Jackson told reporters, "Jay's been with the physios and is out on the grass so it's...
Impact Mee had yet to resume full first-team training ahead of Thursday's clash with Aston Villa so it shouldn't come as a surprise he is unlikely to be in action Sunday either. If he does in fact miss out, Mee will end the year having featured in all 21 of his appearances this season in which he recorded three goals on 19 shots (four on target), four crosses (one accurate) and 92 clearances.
MAY 20, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Still working on fitness Mee (knee) continues to work on the grass, stepping up his fitness, according to interim manager Mike Jackson.
Impact Mee has been working alone on the pitch for about a week now, but until he's back in full training he won't be pushed into the squad. While James Tarkowski has a chance to feature in the final two contests, Mee remains a major doubt to take part for Burnley.
MAY 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Continuing pitch work Mee (knee) is running on the training pitch ahead of Sunday's matchup with Tottenham.
Impact It wasn't a ringing endorsement for Mee to get back into the squad but he hasn't been officially ruled out versus Spurs. With James Tarkowski (hamstring) in doubt as well, Burnley could certainly use the boost that would come from getting Mee back in the squad.
MAY 13, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Edging way back to training Mee (knee) has been working on the grass but remains without a return date, according to interim manager Mike Jackson.
Impact Mee remains a doubt to feature again this season, but he's at least making progress, which is a good sign having been out since March 1. Nathan Collins has played well on the back line and figures to keep that job next to James Tarkowski until Mee is ready.
MAY 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Remains without return date Mee (knee) remains without a return date, according to interim manager Mike Jackson. "Ben still won't be ready for the weekend, he's coming along nicely. Fingers crossed we're hopi...
Impact Mee has been working as an assistant manager the last few days, at it looks like he may not play again this season. Burnley have been playing it week-by-week, but Mee hasn't appeared since March 1 and it doesn't seem like he'll be available in the next couple weeks.
APRIL 20, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Not in squad on Sunday Mee (knee) is not in the match day squad to face West Ham on Sunday.
Impact Mee remains out as he continues to suffer from a knee injury picked up at the beginning of March. The defender will hope to return for Thursday's match with Southampton.
APRIL 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Status unknown against West Ham Mee (knee) is considered a late test for Sunday's trip to West Ham.
Impact Burnley didn't have a press conference following Friday's sacking of Sean Dyche, so it's a simple "late-fitness test" for Mee, who will actually be one of the coaches Sunday. It's unlikely Mee is ready to start, which means Nathan Collins will again be in the XI, with the former coaching him on the touchline.
APRIL 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Still without return date Mee (knee) will remain out for Wednesday's match against Everton, according to manager Sean Dyche. "Ben won't be fit yet, he's making progress but he's still got a bit to go."
Impact It sounds like Mee will miss another couple weeks unless he can make a quicker than expected recovery. It's unfortunate but Nathan Collins is available again after a one-match suspension, meaning he'll be back in the XI Wednesday instead of Kevin Long.
APRIL 4, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Burnley to be without captain Ben Mee for clash with Manchester City Burnley captain Ben Mee will be unavailable for selection when Sean Dyche’s side face Manchester City on Saturday as he continues his recove...
MARCH 31, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM
Remains shelved Saturday Mee (knee) will not be an option against Manchester City on Saturday. Manager Sean Dyche told reporters, "Ben Mee is making progress but he's not there yet."
Impact Mee will miss his third consecutive contest due to his lingering knee issue. Prior to his absence, the central defender recorded one goal on nine shots (two on target), 46 clearances and 12 interceptions in his previous 10 outings. Once cleared to play, Mee should jump right back into the starting XI but is unlikely to offer more than mid-range fantasy value.
MARCH 31, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Likely out until break Mee (knee) will likely be out until the international break, according to manager Sean Dyche. "We thought it was just a knock but it's slightly more than that so extra time is need...
Impact Mee tried playing through the initial injury, so it's surprising they thought it was a knock after he couldn't even make it to halftime of that contest. He'll hope to recover in the coming weeks and until then, Nathan Collins will remain on the back line after some nervy results.
MARCH 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Late test against Chelsea Mee (knee) is "touch and go" for Saturday's match against Chelsea, according to manager Sean Dyche. "It's more a knock than a twist so we're waiting to see if it settles down in ti...
Impact Mee is still waiting the results of some scans, so he'll either be training Friday or not, which will decide his status Saturday. He couldn't play through the issue Tuesday, so he's considered a major doubt to face Chelsea with Nathan Collins in line to take his spot in the XI.
MARCH 3, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Forced off injured Tuesday Mee was forced off in the 40th minute of Tuesday's match against Leicester City with an undisclosed issue.
Impact Mee made a key tackle about 15 minutes earlier and while he tried to continue, he simply couldn't make it. While it doesn't seem like a major issue, it's a wonder if it's muscle related, something that could take weeks to recover from. Nathan Collins came on for him and has a decent amount of experience as a backup over the last year.
MARCH 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Burnley beats Tottenham 1-0, within 2 points of EPL safety
Ben Mee headed Burnley closer to safety as Sean Dyche’s team secured back-to-back Premier League wins for the first time in 13 months with a 1-0 victory over TottenhamFEBRUARY 23, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Liverpool within 3 points of City in EPL after routing Leeds
Liverpool hasn’t been this close to Manchester City since Christmas DayFEBRUARY 23, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Scores goal against Spurs Mee scored a goal and created a chance in Wednesday's 1-0 victory against Tottenham. He also made a block, three clearances and an interception in the match, and he took four shots...
Impact Mee secured a vital victory for his side Wednesday by heading home the winning goal in the second half. It was just Burnley's second home win of the season, but they will still be in good shape in the relegation battle if they can capitalize on their remaining games in-hand. On Saturday he will face Crystal Palace, which have scored 36 goals in 26 Premier League matches, including four against Watford on Wednesday.
FEBRUARY 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Man United held 1-1 by Burnley, drops out of top 4 in EPL
Manchester United has dropped out of the Premier League’s top four as Jay Rodriguez’s 100th career league goal earned last-place Burnley a 1-1 draw at Turf MoorFEBRUARY 8, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Frustration for Arsenal with 0-0 draw against Burnley in EPL
Burnley returned to Premier League action for the first time in three weeks and held Arsenal 0-0 at the Emirates Stadium on SundayJANUARY 23, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Match against Watford postponed Mee and Burnley won't play Tuesday against Watford after the match was postponed because of player availability issues within the club.
Impact This was expected to be the case for Burnley, who were set to only have 10 or 11 senior players available for the match. It's the second-straight postponement for them with the hope that they can return enough players for Sunday's trip to Arsenal. Mee is reportedly one of the healthy ones, which isn't surprising. He's near 30 starts every season and should be close to that number again with 14 to his name through the first half of the campaign.
JANUARY 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Ben Mee on 10 years at Burnley, being a 'proper defender' and the England call-up that never came Ben Mee has made Burnely home. Now captain and a leader, the club has changed hugely from the days of training in ditches and eating Haribo
JANUARY 16, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM
Scores own goal Mee scored an own goal during Thursday's 3-1 loss to Manchester United.
Impact Mee scored, just in the wrong net during Thursday's defeat. It was an all-around busy showing for the defender with 10 clearances and a shot, but the own goal is what will stand out. Next up is a Sunday trip to a scuffling Leeds side.
DECEMBER 31, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
