The move to Germany had been on the cards for a week prior to that, meaning the Clarets have had almost a month to find their replacement.
Steve Cooper was installed as the early favourite with the bookies but he’s since drifted out of the betting after reports emerged that the former Nottingham Forest boss was holding out for a Premier League job.
Since then, a number of names have been linked with the post as Alan Pace and the Burnley board look to identify a candidate that will be tasked with leading the club back to the top flight at the first attempt.
Here are the current favourites, according to Skybet:
(Odds were correct at the time of writing)
9. Steve Cooper - 40/1
Installed as the early favourite but has since drifted down the betting after it emerged he has ruled himself out of the running. But could he come back into the running if he misses out on a Premier League gig? Photo: OLI SCARFF
10. Martí Cifuentes - 33/1
Helped turned around QPR's fortunes in the Championship last season after arriving at Loftus Road in October of last year. Thought to be admired by those inside the club. Photo: Nathan Stirk
11. Thierry Henry - 20/1
The Arsenal legend is currently in charge of Maxime Esteve and Wilson Odobert with France’s Under-21 side. Previously managed Monaco and Montreal Impact. Photo: David Price
12. Craig Bellamy - 20/1
Hasn’t made the move to Munich with Kompany and has since been placed in temporary charge. Understood to be interested in the number one role. Photo: Lewis Storey