Esteve, Hartman, Hannibal and other Burnley players react to Scott Parker's exit
Burnley players – past and present – have taken to social media to voice their appreciation for departed boss Scott Parker.
The Clarets announced this morning they have parted ways with the 45-year-old following the club’s relegation from the Premier League.
It brings an end to Parker’s two-year spell at Turf Moor, where he enjoyed contrasting fortunes.
He led the club back to the Premier League in his first season in charge, overseeing an incredible 100-point promotion from the Championship.
But just like Vincent Kompany before him, Parker has found it tough going in the top flight with Burnley, claiming just 20 points from 34 games.
While news of Parker’s departure might be welcomed in some quarters, several of Burnley’s players – past and present – have spoken of their sadness.
Maxime Esteve
“Coach, we've shared some unforgettable moments that will stay with us all.
“Thank you for the trust you placed in me, and for the way you helped me grow, both as a player and as a person.
“You are a brilliant coach and a wonderful human being. We would all have wanted things to end differently.
“Thank you for everything. Wishing you all the best for what comes next. One of the best.”
Connor Roberts
“One of the best managers and that's speaking from experience.
“Thanks for everything boss and sorry that ultimately, we as players were not good enough this season.
“I will always cherish the promotion season we shared together. And I wish you all the best for the future.”
Josh Cullen
“An unbelievable manager, leader and person who deserves nothing but credit for the unwavering amount of effort and commitment you showed whilst leading us through the good times and the bad.
“I've loved every minute of playing under you and the brilliant memories we share together including the 100 point promotion winning season, they will always stay with me.
“You also made a dream of mine come true by making me captain of Burnley FC and I'Il forever be grateful for the trust and belief you showed in me. Thanks for constantly being there for me on and off the pitch over the past 2 years, I wish you and your family all the very best for what's next Gaffer.”
Josh Laurent
“To the best manager I've ever played for, I can't put into words how much I appreciate everything you've done for me and this club. You've helped me grow on the pitch as a player and have also helped me grow off the pitch as a man.
“You put your heart and soul in to this club, the staff and us players and cared for every single one of us under the Burnley badge. Which speaks volumes about the person you are.
“The memories we created together here will be held on to forever by me and my family and I wish you nothing but the best.
“Thank you Gaffer.”
Martin Dubravka
“What a guy! Thank you for bringing me to this great club, for giving me this opportunity, for your trust and belief that I can still do it. I learned a lot from you!!!
“You remained the same man at the beginning of the season and the same man when things were not going well for us. That is one of the hardest things, RESPECT!
“I wish you all the best for the future.”
Jaidon Anthony
"Will never be able to thank you enough!
"These past two years the trust you have shown in me and the effort you have put in to making us better will be forever appreciated.
"And of course our second promotion together! All the best gaffer.”
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Hannibal
“Thank you for everything, gaffer.
“Firstly, for bringing me to this great club, where you trusted and believed in me on and off the pitch and helped me become the person that I am, for that I'll always be thankful.
“For the memories that you gave this club which I will always remember. Getting promoted to the Premier League, even when it wasn't easy, you made us believe we would get there. Even through the ups and the downs you were always there pushing us.
“Good luck in your next chapter boss!”
Quilindschy Hartman
“Gaffer, thank you for bringing me into this club and into the premier league. A true gentleman who you could discuss any issues in life with.
“Wishing you and your family the very best for the future.”
Lesley Ugochukwu
"Thank you coach for everything you’ve taught me. For your trust and for helping me both on and off the pitch.
"Wishing you all the best.”
Florentino Luis
“Thank you for everything coach. Appreciate the trust and the journey in the Premier League.
“Wishing you all the best for the future. God bless.”
Lyle Foster
"You can never be faulted as a man and you were a great manager too.
“You deserve so much more. I wish you and your family all the best for the future and me and mine thank you wholeheartedly.”
Zian Flemming
“Through the highs and lows, always the driving force. Proper gaffer, proper leader, proper man.
"And never forget, that promotion was entirely owed to him.”
Former player James Trafford
“An incredible man who never got the flowers he rightfully deserved, pulled me out of an extremely tough time and taught me so much on and off the pitch.
“Always acted with immense pride and class everyday and gave everyone a historical season which has gone down in the history books with memories that will last a lifetime for every single person involved with Burnley.
“Thank you for everything you taught me, a true leader as well as role model as a man and manager.
“Thank you for everything gaffer and best of luck to whatever's next.”
Former player Josh Brownhill
"Sad to see your time at Burnley finished.
"Made some special memories for me and my family that we will never forget.
"An amazing human being and coach. You will be missed at Burnley. Thank you.”
JJ Watt
“The outpouring of gratitude, love and support today for Scott from his players, both current and former, speaks louder than any of us could about who he is as a person.
"While this season certainly didn't go as any of us would have hoped, there is no questioning the impact that Scott has made on the lives of these young men and countless others in our club.
"Wishing him and his family nothing but the best in the future.”
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