The Clarets currently lie bottom of the Premier League table with just 14 points from 21 matches, and will be desperate to use their games in hand effectively to haul themselves towards safety.
Speaking ahead of this weekend's clash against the Seagulls, Burnley man Connor Roberts gave an insight into his development as a player since joining the club, and said: “I think maybe there was a tendency when I played in the Championship that I knew if I was maybe off my best I would still do alright, but in the Premier League that isn’t the case.
“You are playing against better players and teams that have quality all over the pitch so you need to be at it for every minute on the pitch. Hopefully I have done that so far and it needs to continue if I get to play some more.”
He added: “Lowts (Matt Lowton, his competition for a starting spot) has been brilliant. He is a very different player and, I’ll admit, he is probably technically better than me but I bring something different. Maybe I am more of a runner and can get up and down a bit better.
“If I get a chance to play I need to show I am good enough and can add something. It might not be the same as Lowts and Bardo (Phil Bardsley), but it has to be something that my team-mates and the staff and the fans look at and go ‘he brings something’.”
Take a look at all the latest stories from the Premier League, as the build-up to this weekend's top tier action continues:
1. Broja in high demand
Southampton are believed to be keen on signing current loan star Armando Broja on a permanent deal from Chelsea. However, Bundesliga duo Bayern Munich and Borussia Dortmund are also said to be keen on the Albanian sensation. (The Sun) Photo: Ryan Pierse
2. Connolly opens up on career pressures
Brighton striker Aaron Connolly has revealed he's felt under great pressure to reignite his career, after struggling for game time with the Seagulls. He scored for his current loan side Middlesbrough last weekend, in 4-1 win over Derby County. (Irish Examiner) Photo: Steve Bardens
3. Milan decision could see Magpies snatch Bellotti
Newcastle United could land Torino striker Andrea Bellotti - if AC Milan decide to keep Zlatan Ibrahimovic on for another season and delay the search for his successor. Belotti is currently said to have his "heart set" on a move to the San Siro, however. (Sport Witness) Photo: Paolo Bruno
4. Hammers keen on Adarabioyo
West Ham could be set to make a move for Fulham defender Tosin Adarabioyo, with a £22m offer likely to see the Championship side sell. He's been touted as a potential replacement for Angelo Ogbonna. (Claret & Hugh) Photo: Jacques Feeney