Taking to Instagram, Grimes said: "Heartbroken with the way the game went on Saturday, it just wasn’t meant to be, but in a season like no other I couldn’t be prouder to lead this team of unbelievable players and people.

"We couldn’t have given any more as a group.

"Thank you everyone for all your support this year, even though you haven’t been there we’ve felt it all year."

The verdict

You really have to fee for Matt Grimes and Swansea City.

Steve Cooper's side enjoyed a wonderful campaign in the Championship and were fully deserving of their spot in the play-offs at the end of the season.

While performances had been great, they just fell short against a Brentford side who look to be about 12 months ahead of the Swans.

If Swansea can keep hold of their key men then I fully expect them to challenge for promotion again next term.