Burnley: July 2008 - news archive

Boss ponders Lat pull

BurnleyOwen Coyle admits Latvian Under-21 winger Aleksandrs Solovjovs' price tag could determine whether or not he stays at Burnley.

Eagles reveals Clarets move reasons

BurnleyBurnley new boy Chris Eagles insists he has made the right choice for his career after deciding to leave Manchester United.

Race on for striker

BurnleyBurnley are set to battle it out with Plymouth and Crystal Palace for the signature of Coventry City striker Kevin Kyle.

Coyle content to a point

BurnleyBurnley boss Owen Coyle is pleased with his players' efforts in pre-season but claims there's still room for improvement from the side.

No Clarets deal for Latvian ace

BurnleyLatvian striker Gatis Kalnins has failed to secure a contract with Burnley after not impressing boss Owen Coyle while on trial.

Coyle happy with fitness

BurnleyBurnley boss Owen Coyle was happy with his players' fitness after their latest win on the mini tour of Scotland.

Midfielder happy with any role

BurnleyBurnley's Joey Gudjonsson says manager Owen Coyle will be able to rely on him next season - in defence or attack.

Boss plays down Partick performance

BurnleyOwen Coyle admitted there is room for improvement from Burnley following their 1-0 pre-season friendly win at Partick Thistle.

Clarets target striker swoop

BurnleyBurnley have handed a trial to Latvia international striker Gatis Kalnins with a view to a permanent signing.

Harley joins Hornets

BurnleyFree agent Jon Harley has joined Watford on a two-year deal after snubbing the chance to stay at Burnley.

Clarets finish in style

BurnleyBurnley boss Owen Coyle gave all his squad a run out in their final match on their US tour where they ran out winners.

Boss happy with stateside efforts

BurnleyOwen Coyle is looking for a strong finish from his Burnley players as the pre-season tour of the US comes to an end.

Coyle content with Clarets

BurnleyBurnley boss Owen Coyle says he is content with the progress his side are making ahead of the start of the new season.

Transfer target opens talks

BurnleyBurnley target Andrew Driver is reported to be in talks with Hearts over the possibility of penning a new deal.

Coyle tips new-boy to shine

BurnleyOwen Coyle thinks new addition Remco Van Der Schaff will have the best years of his career at Turf Moor.

United star heading to Burnley

BurnleyBurnley are said to be close to signing Manchester United winger Chris Eagles for a club record fee of £1.5m.

Clarets land Dutch star

BurnleyRemco van der Schaaf has snubbed a move to Cardiff and joined Owen Coyle's Burnley instead, penning a three-year deal at Turf Moor.

Defender's season hopes

BurnleyBurnley defender Clarke Carlisle is hoping he can fight his way back into the side after missing the opening two games.

Coyle set to spring for Dutch midfielder

BurnleyDutch midfielder Remco van der Schaaf is the latest player to be linked with a summer free-transfer switch to Burnley.

Boss denies striker reports

BurnleyBurnley boss Owen Coyle has denied recent press reports that he is to make another move for Celtic's Derek Riordan.

Boss targets trio

BurnleyBurnley boss Owen Coyle says his spending spree is far from over despite adding four new players to his squad last week.

Defender heads out

BurnleyFormer Everton defender David Unsworth has left Turf Moor after refusing the offer of a player/coaching role at the club.