The popularity of some items of Brentford Football Club 2012/13 replica kit has led to a shortage in The Bees Superstore.

The club shop has sold out of many sizes of black replica shorts and black replica socks.

Alison Mahoney, Brentford FC Retail Operations Manager, explained: “When orders for 2012/13 replica kit were placed in September 2011 the home kit was to be white shorts and socks and the ordering done accordingly.

“We sell three times more home kit than change kit so orders were heavily weighted towards the home kit.

“When the decision was taken to change to black shorts and socks for the home kit, it was too late to amend our orders as our kit had already been produced.

“We are unable to re-order as the lead times are long and the minimum orders very large.”

Brentford supporters who wish to buy black shorts and socks for Christmas are advised to contact The Bees Superstore on 0845 3456 442 – option 1 to check stock and order immediately.

There are still stocks of white shorts and socks available.

Replica kit can also be ordered at www.brentforddirect.co.uk.