A 1-0 defeat to Manchester United in midweek wasn’t exactly ideal, but Sean Dyche’s men put in a gallant display, and are still four points clear of the relegation zone with games in hand on many of the sides around them.
Progress in the transfer market has, by contrast, been less promising in recent days.
Everton’s Jonjoe Kenny has emerged as a defensive target, but for the most part Dyche appears to be fighting a painstakingly slow battle when it comes to bringing in fresh faces before the transfer window closes at the beginning of next month.
In terms of outgoings, however, one man in particular who could be headed for the exit door at Turf Moor in Matej Vydra.
According to an update from Sky Germany, Union Berlin are keen on taking the striker on loan this month, and Vydra himself is said to be interested in heading to the Bundesliga in search of more minutes.
Complications could arise from the fact that Burnley would prefer to seal a permanent transfer for the Czech, but a deal in some form or other appears to be a possibility.
The 28-year-old has made nine appearances in the Premier League this term, but just one of those has been from a starting role, and it’s easy to see how a forward in his position could be growing frustrated by a lack opportunity.
The Clarets have scored the joint-lowest number of goals in the top flight this term, as well as having the second-fewest tally of shots.
Dyche’s preferred strike partnership of Chris Wood and Ashley Barnes have hardly shone either, with just four goals between them so far this season.
Admittedly, Vydra has never truly shown his best form at Turf Moor, and has just seven strikes of his own in 52 outings since joining the club in 2018, but on paper, at least, a January move could be the fresh start he needs to reignite his career.
Click and scroll through the pages below to catch up with some of the other latest rumours involving the Clarets and the rest of the Premier League:
1. Lamptey close to agreeing new deal
Brighton are close to reaching a new long-term contract with full-back Tariq Lamptey. The youngster has been a breakout star on the south coast this season, and looks set to double his wages, with Bayern Munich and Atletico Madrid both credited with an interest in him in recent weeks. (Various) (Photo by Naomi Baker/Getty Images) Photo: Naomi Baker
2. Coulibaly in no rush for Blades return
Sheffield United midfielder Isamaila Coulibaly has admitted that he is in no rush to return to the club. The Malian was signed by the Blades in September, but was immediately sent out on a three-year loan to Beerschot V.A. in Belgium. Giving an interview on the continent, the youth international claimed that he is happy to see out the full length of his contract with Beerschot. (Sport/Foot Magazine) (Photo by BRUNO FAHY/BELGA MAG/AFP via Getty Images) Photo: BRUNO FAHY
3. Clubs call in lawyers on Leeds
Three clubs are said to be chasing Leeds for money they are owed from the summer transfer of Robin Koch. According to FIFA regulations, Eintracht Trier, SC Dörbach and 1.FC Kaiserslautern should all have received payments in the aftermath of his arrival from SC Freiburg, having aided the player's development over the years. However, no funds have been forthcoming, and there is a suggestion that legal advice has been sought. (Trierische Volksfreund and Der Betze Brennt) (Photo by Daniel Leal-Olivas - Pool/Getty Images) Photo: Pool
4. Newcastle chasing Meite
Newcastle United are battling with AC Milan for the signing of Torino midfielder Soualiho Meïté this month. The prospect of an initial loan deal with a fee of around £888,000, followed by a permanent transfer, has been floated. (Milan News 24) (Photo by Valerio Pennicino/Getty Images) Photo: Valerio Pennicino