The 22-year-old confirmed a four-year deal with the Clarets on Wednesday after coming to the end of his Newcastle United
contract.

Burnley are in the process of trying to agree a fee with the Magpies, as, despite being out of contract, as the Canadian Under-20 international is under 24, Newcastle are entitled to compensation.

Edgar, predominantly a centre back, made seven starts at St James' Park last season, scoring one goal as the Toon were relegated.

But he made only 23 appearances in total for the club, and, having been given a chance to perform at the top level again, is eager to take it.

Coyle failed with a couple of attempts to land him on loan last term, and Edgar was thrilled to see the move rematerialise over the summer: "The gaffer wanted to sign me on loan last season, but things didn't work out with Newcastle having a bit of an injury crisis.

"But I kept an eye on things, and I was really excited for Burnley when they were promoted.

"I didn't know whether the option to come would still be here, but I was delighted when I got the chance to come down.

"Burnley were the best footballing team in the Championship last season, and I'm lucky the gaffer has chosen me to add to the squad.

"He's very enthusiastic and I wanted to play for him as soon as I met him really."

A succession of centre backs at St James's Park barred his way to the side, and he added: "It wasn't that tough a decision to leave Newcastle, I've had eight years there, and sometimes it's just time to go elsewhere.

"I didn't play as often as I would have liked, but it was always going to be like that, you're in for a game and then out for two or three because of the quality of players there.

"I was thrown in for the odd game, but there was no continuity.

"I owe Newcastle a lot for giving me my chance, but it was time to move on.

"There are three or four excellent centre backs here already, and it's up to me to try and squeeze my way in there and see what happens.

"There will be a chance to play here, and it is up to me to take it when it comes.

"I've come in as a centre back, and I'm hoping to play there, but it doesn't matter where I'm asked to play."