Summer transfer window

[bumba]

Until last season no-one thought he could end up being the club top goalscorer either!

Both Sean Dyche and Vincent Kompany thought highly enough of him to put him in the side consistently in our PL seasons not just the Championship ones. I know whose opinions about what value/qualities a player offers I trust more!

And how many windows under Dyche were fans crying out for midfield signings?
It was the same under VK how that'd be the season Brownhill flourished but he wasn't up to it again. Parker hasn't got a magic potion he can't make that step up.
Despite his goals last season he rarely dominated a game

[Oldparkwood]

I work at finance company in Jersey, we are involved in all transfer payments for burnley fc & now also Espanyol, believe me on this 2 very good signings on there way

I'm sure they would be delighted that if you actually did work for this company that apparently sorts out the finances for Burnley and Espanyol transfers, that you are on a message board giving out all the gossip. It wouldn't take too much digging to find out who you are. I'm sure there would be a code of confidentiality that you are breaking?

[ClaretCliff]

I'm sure they would be delighted that if you actually did work for this company that apparently sorts out the finances for Burnley and Espanyol transfers, that you are on a message board giving out all the gossip. It wouldn't take too much digging to find out who you are. I'm sure there would be a code of confidentiality that you are breaking?

Boooo!! Don’t be a spoilsport!

All we need now is someone who works for a private jet company and we’re well sorted for rumours.

[Longsider]

apparently an italian contestant
https://www.wintergardensblackpool.co.u ... een-bingo/

I work for a private jet company. The bingo player was not on the plane.

[boatshed bill]

And how many windows under Dyche were fans crying out for midfield signings?
It was the same under VK how that'd be the season Brownhill flourished but he wasn't up to it again. Parker hasn't got a magic potion he can't make that step up.
Despite his goals last season he rarely dominated a game

Scott Parker found a very good role for Brownhill with a reduced defensive workload. Perhaps we already have a replacement for this role.

[mdd2]

I own a Private Jet company operating out of Napoli and we couldnt get number 88 on the plane due to weight issues.

[willsclarets]

Well you appear to have an interesting profession, I trust proof reading contracts isn't in your remit? Sorry, couldn't resist

It's all about crossing the T's, missing out the i's and adding the e's

[bumba]

Scott Parker found a very good role for Brownhill with a reduced defensive workload. Perhaps we already have a replacement for this role.

He did find a good role for him last season but I don't think we'll play the same system much this season and he isn't effective enough in a deeper role in the premier league. We need somebody to play alongside Cullen

[agreenwood]

I work for a company that cleans private jets and whilst cleaning one that landed in Blackpool last night, we found an Ikea receipt for Swedish Meatballs.

Make of that what you will.

[willsclarets]

Scott Parker found a very good role for Brownhill with a reduced defensive workload. Perhaps we already have a replacement for this role.

I'd be interested to see the stats on the reduced workload bit. My impression is Brownhill is an incredible athlete. He might not always impressing with the ball at his feet, but the reason Parker values him so highly is perhaps because he covers so much ground defensively, and is able to be in positions to score at the other end. I remember Brownhill constantly being in position to defend when we lost the ball, but maybe I'm misremembering!

[boatshed bill]

I'd be interested to see the stats on the reduced workload bit. My impression is Brownhill is an incredible athlete. He might not always impressing with the ball at his feet, but the reason Parker values him so highly is perhaps because he covers so much ground defensively, and is able to be in positions to score at the other end. I remember Brownhill constantly being in position to defend when we lost the ball, but maybe I'm misremembering!

I think he was given more licence to get in those forward positions, like an extra string to his bow. I guess we all look at games slightly differently, and of course we had the ball a lot of the time which helped.

[brexit]

I work for a company that cleans private jets and whilst cleaning one that landed in Blackpool last night, we found an Ikea receipt for Swedish Meatballs.

Make of that what you will.

horse balls

[brexit]

I'm waiting for Tony's articles on Trafford and Cajuste. Then I'll believe they're happening.

I am waiting for the article on Brownhill then the meltdown can begin

[123EasyasBFC]

I am waiting for the article on Brownhill then the meltdown can begin

You mean ChatGPT is writing an article for you

[cblantfanclub]

https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/ar ... k3k0654x6o

[brexit]

You mean ChatGPT is writing an article for you

Only a moron would use chatgpt I use
https://claude.ai/login?returnTo=%2F%3F

Josh Brownhill is a 29-year-old English midfielder who has been a key player for Burnley across multiple seasons in the Premier League. He has played 4 seasons for Burnley with a record of W26 D31 L54 with 6 goals and 6 assists in 111 appearances.
His most recent Premier League campaign was the 2023-24 season, where he had 4 goals and 2 assists in 33 appearances. This represents a fairly consistent contribution for a central midfielder, though his goal output is relatively modest.
Looking at his overall Premier League effectiveness:
Strengths:

Consistent availability and durability - making 33 appearances in his last Premier League season shows he's a reliable squad player
Versatile midfielder who can play centrally or on the right
Experienced at Premier League level with multiple seasons under his belt

Areas for improvement:

Limited goal threat - averaging roughly 4 goals per Premier League season
Modest assist numbers - typically providing 2-6 assists per season
His team's overall record during his time suggests he's been part of a struggling side

Currently, Brownhill is playing in the Championship with Burnley after their relegation, where he has played in 42 matches and scored 18 goals in the 2024/2025 season, showing significantly improved goal output at the lower level.
His effectiveness as a Premier League player appears to be that of a solid, dependable midfielder rather than a standout performer - useful for squad depth and consistency, but not typically a match-winner at the top level.

[maccclaret]

I work for a company that cleans private jets and whilst cleaning one that landed in Blackpool last night, we found an Ikea receipt for Swedish Meatballs.

Make of that what you will.

I work for a Swedish meatball company and we’ve just had an order for 400 tins from the Keirby.

[123EasyasBFC]

Jens Cajuste unfollowed Burnley on instagram for anyone that’s interested in that sort of thing

[Murger]

Never heard of him

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[gandhisflipflop]

Never heard of him IMG_2464.png

66 caps for Croatia, part of their last World Cup squad and was one of the favourites for the golden glove

[Murger]

66 caps for Croatia, part of their last World Cup squad and was one of the favourites for the golden glove

Shows what I know.

[Burnley Ace]

Jens Cajuste unfollowed Burnley on instagram for anyone that’s interested in that sort of thing

Very fickle!

[gandhisflipflop]

Shows what I know.

To be fair, I didn’t know of him either I had to google him

[Firthy]

Jens Cajuste unfollowed Burnley on instagram for anyone that’s interested in that sort of thing

Guess that's that then

[Rileybobs]

To be honest, if he doesn’t follow our IG then I don’t want him anywhere near our club.

[Tricky Trevor]

Follows us one day, hops on a plane, unfollows us next day. He’s used us as a bluff.
Shithousery, I want him.

[burnley007]

The Huddersfield game showed how desperate our midfield situation is atm.
Desperately need additions in there

[Vegas Claret]

The Huddersfield game showed how desperate our midfield situation is atm.
Desperately need additions in there

to be fair it didn't need a game at Huddersfield to show we are miles off in key areas. Hopefully they can get some quality in

[CalamityClaret]

Absolutely randomclaret2 and I'm going to have to find more stringent ways of stopping other than just removing posts.

It's the endless nit picking and constant childish back and forth that has stopped me contributing to this site. Opinions are just that and we're all entitled to them. Ruins so many topics. How anyone can be bothered with it is beyond me.

[CalamityClaret]

Absolutely randomclaret2 and I'm going to have to find more stringent ways of stopping other than just removing posts.

It's the endless nit picking and constant childish back and forth that has stopped me contributing to this site. Opinions are just that and we're all entitled to them. Ruins so many topics. How anyone can be bothered with it is beyond me.

[claretburns]

Never heard of him IMG_2464.png

Livakovic would be a sensational signing, how valid could this link be?

[TPClaret]

The Huddersfield game showed how desperate our midfield situation is atm.
Desperately need additions in there

You do know our squad was split between two games

[jojomk1]

Jens Cajuste unfollowed Burnley on instagram for anyone that’s interested in that sort of thing

Apparently now following Blackpool - under the name "donkey lasher"

He's only come over to watch the darts

[morninbob]

Sounds like it's a loan for koleosho to Espanol.

[CoolClaret]

I'm starting to get a little anxious now - we desperately need our final additions to arrive by the end of next week.

[Aclaret]

I'm starting to get a little anxious now - we desperately need our final additions to arrive by the end of next week.

Not that cool then ?

[CoolClaret]

Not that cool then ?

I guess not in this instance!

Had my head up my arse, for whatever reason I thought the first game was still like 4/5 weeks away, I didn't realise it was 3 weeks today!

[Boss Hogg]

When the last season finished the most urgent areas of strengthening for me were central midfield and a striker. We haven’t got either yet. Strong options at left and right back were probably needed too but the season is fast approaching with some big gaps and an imbalanced large squad.

[GetIntoEm]

I don't think we are desperate for anything really. If Brownhill signs then are think we are set. And potentially another GK if Trafford goes, but suspect that's already lined up

I know people are crying out for a striker, but not sure it's priority.

[123EasyasBFC]

I don't think we are desperate for anything really. If Brownhill signs then are think we are set. And potentially another GK if Trafford goes, but suspect that's already lined up

I know people are crying out for a striker, but not sure it's priority.

You must be on the wind up if you think re signing brownhill is the answer to our midfield

[GetIntoEm]

You must be on the wind up if you think re signing brownhill is the answer to our midfield

Not the perfect solution no, but sometimes better the devil you know

[dermotdermot]

Sounds like it's a loan for koleosho to Espanol.

He didn’t look like he was off by the way he was celebrating with his teammates today.

[DCWat]

Even if Brownhill did sign back on, we would still need another midfielder. We really need another for the holding roll. Equally, we really need to bring a striker in.

So, assuming Trafford has gone, we need a minimum of three, ideally all of better quality than we have.

[ksrclaret]

I’m surprised it’s even up for debate that we need three or four players who are a level above what we have already. The Sunderland game will no doubt open a few eyes if we don’t get that sorted by then.

Busy week ahead, hopefully.

[whiffa]

For me if I had to choose between Hladky in goal or Foster up front for our opening game, I'd prefer Hladky. We desperately need a goalscorer.

[KRBFC]

Still think we need another 3 guaranteed starters, right down the spine. GK, CM, & ST.

Potentially also a top centre half to replace CJ and an attacking midfielder to replace Brownhill.

[Longsidejono]

So are we happy with

New gk
Walker Diego Carlos esteve pires
Cullen
Edwards Hannibal cajuste Anthony
Sargent

IF we sign the realistic targets we are linked with

[123EasyasBFC]

Still think we need another 3 guaranteed starters, right down the spine. GK, CM, & ST.

Potentially also a top centre half to replace CJ and an attacking midfielder to replace Brownhill.

Those 3 - Keeper, centre mid and striker are the key 100%. We get those 3 in before spurs and the squad is pretty much there

[123EasyasBFC]

So are we happy with

New gk
Walker Diego Carlos esteve pires
Cullen
Edwards Hannibal cajuste Anthony
Sargent

IF we sign the realistic targets we are linked with

Id be happy with that time if you swapped Hartman in for Pires

[CoolClaret]

I don't think we are desperate for anything really. If Brownhill signs then are think we are set. And potentially another GK if Trafford goes, but suspect that's already lined up

I know people are crying out for a striker, but not sure it's priority.

So as it stands, where are the goals coming from?