The Clarets overcame Tranmere Rovers last weekend with a 2-1 win, and are now gearing up to take on Spanish side Cadiz this weekend in what should be an entertaining encounter at Turf Moor.
Speaking after the win over Tranmere, Burnley boss Sean Dyche lauded Dwight McNeil, who scored the winner for his side, and said: “It was a great finish from Dwight. He is looking sharp and fit and there’s a nice edge to them (the side)
“They have come back fit and well.
“I’m really pleased overall and I’m pleased we took this game on. It’s a shame about the Forest one but I think this was the right game the way it went and the way Tranmere went about it. It was a real proper game, so I was pleased with it.”
Dyche continued: “They are a decent outfit and pushed us hard, which was good for us so we feel like we benefited from this.
“That’s maybe a thing that comes during pre-season – that sharpness around the box – because it could have been a more comfortable performance, as regards goals.
“But I thought the general performance – forgetting about the goals – was good. I liked the tempo about the play, the energy and I thought there was a nice edge to it, so I was pleased overall.”
We’ve gathered the best of today’s transfer speculation below…
9. Lookman wages could dampen Burnley interest
Burnley's hopes of signing RB Leipzig's Ademola Lookman could be in jeopardy, with the player's wages believed to stand at a hefty £50k-per-week. The ex-Everton winger is also of interest to Watford and Crystal Palace. (HITC) Photo: Justin Setterfield
10. Villa in pole position to sign Tuanzebe
Aston Villa are looking to beat Newcastle United to the signing of Mancheser United defender Axel Tuanzebe on loan. The 23-year-old has previously spent two loan spells with the Villains in the past, and helped them secure promotion in 2019. (Express & Star) Photo: Maja Hitij