After spending the week in a warm-weather training camp in Portugal, Burnley’s Jay Rodriguez has spoke on his enjoyment of their time in Lisbon.
Speaking to the club, the forward said: “It’s been really good so far, it’s always good to get away somewhere different, different facilities, different weather, it’s bee nice.
“Training has been tough, but we have enjoyed it. The lads have worked hard and we have a couple more days to go now to continue that.”
The Clarets are closing in on their first Championship match in over six years and Rodriguez is ready for the challenge.
“It has come round really quick, but we all feel prepared and ready for it now,” He admitted.
“It can’t come quick enough, i think the lads are excited and we’re improving every day and getting ready for that season to begin.”
Here are today’s rumours...
1. European giants approach Norwich ace
Borussia Monchengladbach, Wolfsburg and Marsielle have reportedly enquired about signing Norwich City defender Max Aarons. The right-back has often been linked with a move away in recent years. (Football Insider)
2. Reading make offer for Senegal international
Reading have reportedly made a loan offer for FC Porto midfielder Mamadou Loum, with the Portuguese club looking to offload him this summer. The Royals are also thought to be eager to include an option to make the deal permanent for €5m at the end of the season. (SIC Noticas' Pedro Sepulveda)
3. Watford veteran linked with Spain switch
Watford defender Kiko Femenia is reportedly in advanced talks over a move to Villarreal this summer. The Spaniard spent his whole career in his home country before his move to Vicarage Road in 2017. (The Athletic)
4. Posh reject Blackburn Rovers bid for star man
Peterborough United have turned down a bid in excess of £1 million from Blackburn Rovers for Sammie Szmodics. It is thought that they have actually rejected three bids in total from the Championship club. (Lancashire Telegraph)