Baptiste believes 'big things' ahead for Luton

Shandon Baptiste played for Luton against Dundee United in pre-season

Summer signing Shandon Baptiste is hopeful of a "very strong season" ahead for Luton Town following his move to Kenilworth Road from Brentford.

The Hatters are hoping for a second promotion in three seasons, having been relegated from the Premier League last term.

Forward Baptiste is one of only two signings made so far by the club, and provided the cross for Alfie Doughty's goal in their 3-1 defeat by Celta Vigo in their final pre-season friendly.

"It was a good feeling to get an assist in the final game, hopefully I can just get one next week against Burnley that gets us three points," the 26-year-old told BBC Three Counties Radio.

"Pre-season is all about getting everyone on the pitch, starting to get that rhythm and to build relationships, I feel like we've done that over the last four, five, six weeks.

"Everyone has integrated me well. There's so many good people here and they've made me feel so welcome and the gaffer has given me a lot of confidence. Hopefully I can repay that with good performances."

Head coach Rob Edwards is seeking extra reinforcements to his squad, which is having to cope with a number of injuries, especially in defence.

Saturday's lunchtime home game against Burnley sees them take on another side relegated last season. The corresponding fixture last season ended in a 2-1 win for the Lancashire club at Kenilworth Road.

"The Championship is very unpredictable but if we can stay consistent, we can have a very strong season and big things can happen," Baptiste added.

"We've got two top, top strikers in Eli (Elijah Adebayo) and Carlton (Morris) and if we give them service, you know they're going to score.

"As long as we can do that, goals are going to be going into the back of the net."