Former Claret close to joining new club

Recently departed Burnley man Martin Dubravka is about to bag himself an impressive move.

The 37-year-old moved on from Turf Moor at the end of last season after coming to the end of his short-term one-year deal.

The Slovakian number one was a virtual ever present for the Clarets last term, only losing his place towards the end of the campaign when Scott Parker departed and relegation had already been confirmed.

The former Newcastle United goalkeeper made 35 appearances in total and was one of Burnley’s better performers during the season, despite their struggles - particularly defensively, where they conceded 75 goals, the most of any side.

But after opting to move on, Dubravka is set to be rewarded with a move to Tottenham.

Reports suggest the experienced stopper will provide backup to Czech goalkeeper Antonin Kinsky, while Guglielmo Vicario is set to leave this summer.

Transfer guru Fabrizio Romano posted on X: “Martin Dubravka to Tottenham, here we go! Deal agreed for former Burnley and Man United goalkeeper to join #THFC.

“Move completed today with Dubravka set to be backup GK at Spurs behind Kinski.

“Guglielmo Vicario to leave this summer.”

Elsewhere on the transfer front, Burnley’s Quilindschy Hartman is reportedly in the final stages of securing a move to ‘sister’ club Espanyol, who are also owned by Alan Pace.

The 24-year-old was seen in the stands at an Espanyol game back in January and the defender has recently gone on record to confirm his intention to leave following relegation and a mixed debut campaign at Turf Moor.

Luca Koleosho, meanwhile, is a strong target for Italian side Fiorentina. It’s claimed Burnley are pushing for a permanent exit, rather than another loan, after the winger spent time with Espanyol and Paris FC last season.