Esteve signs five-year deal at Turf Moorpublished at 10:59 BST 30 July
10:59 BST 30 July
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Burnley defender Maxime Esteve has signed a new five-year contract at the club.
The 23-year-old has only been at the club since January 2024 but was an integral part of the record-breaking defence established by Scott Parker in the Championship last season.
It is a huge boost for the Clarets after the departure of James Trafford to Manchester City on Tuesday.
"I'm very happy to sign another deal - to me this club is so special," Esteve said.
"When I came here, straight away I thought it was special. My family felt it too. It's the best decision to stay at Burnley, for my progression and to play in the Premier League.
"This club - with the gaffer, with my team-mates - is the best place to be. I'm proud to sign a new deal."
What next after Trafford?published at 08:23 BST 30 July
08:23 BST 30 July
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On Tuesday, it was confirmed that James Trafford had left Burnley to rejoin Manchester City.
Burnley have received a club-record fee for the 22-year-old goalkeeper, who was one of the star performers of Burnley's promotion campaign last season, keeping 29 clean sheets in 45 Championship appearances.
Although his departure was expected by many, how much of a blow is it?
'A proper Claret who will be sorely missed' - your views on Brownhill published at 13:06 BST 29 July
13:06 BST 29 July
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After announcing on Monday that he is leaving Burnley after five years, we asked you to tell us what made Josh Brownhill so special.
Here are some of your comments:
Alan: Brownhill had many great days and a few bad ones playing for Burnley but his commitment was always 100%. He improved year on year, becoming a fantastic player for the club and every Burnley supporter should thank him.
Jack: What I got out of Josh was watching him improve into the player he was last season. He basically learned how to get further forward to give himself more chance to be in the right position. He has a great attitude and I am sorry to see him go.
Michael: Last season, the lad led from the front and got some very key goals at very key times. He always looked like he was enjoying himself and connected great with the fans. I did think he would extend and that shows how important it is to tie contracts up before they can walk away. However, like he says, his next chapter is coming wherever that maybe. Wish all the very best for him and his future club - a proper Claret.
Stephen: A non-stop box-to-box player, who could provide leadership qualities. His best attribute was arriving late in the box in space as that made him so difficult to pick up. While we will miss this ability, we will miss even more his stamina and tenacity in midfield. He will be sorely missed - good luck Josh!
Gossip: EFL clubs join queue for Burnley's Westleypublished at 11:47 BST 29 July
11:47 BST 29 July
Accrington Stanley are considering a move for Burnley striker Joe Westley, 20, but will be in competition with a number of League Two clubs as well as League One's Wigan Athletic for the Englishman. (Swindon Advertiser, external)
'Right time to start next part of my journey' - Brownhill departs Burnleypublished at 18:04 BST 28 July
18:04 BST 28 July
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Josh Brownhill has confirmed his departure from Burnley after five and a half years with the club.
The 29-year-old's future at Turf Moor had been in doubt but boss Scott Parker had previously said in April he was "hopeful" a new deal could be agreed with the out-of-contract midfielder.
In a statement on his social media,, external midfielder Brownhill said it had been an "unbelievably difficult decision" but that it was the "right time for me to start the next part of my journey in football".
He made 211 appearances for Burnley across all competitions since joining from Bristol City in 2020, scoring 32 goals.
"My decision has only ever been about me wanting to challenge myself further and continue to grow as a person and a professional," Brownhill said.
"I feel that a new project at this point in my career simply allows me to do that."
The next move for Brownhill, who was a key player in Burnley's Championship promotion campaign in 2024-25, is still unclear.
In the message he thanked manager Parker and owner Alan Pace for being "supportive" of his decision.
Brownhill added: "To the fans, I really want you to know that I understand and value what Burnley is to its people and will be forever grateful to you all. From watching the community coming together through Covid and seeing how hard you all work to be able to travel around the country supporting your team.
"To wear the captain's armband for this club was a real honour and something I felt privileged to do every day. From big goals in critical moments, trying to drive high standards every day and displaying the values of the community through my work on the pitch - I hope you can see as fans that I have always given my all for this great club and all it stands for.
"Lastly, it really felt like the perfect way to sign off my time at Burnley, by scoring two goals in my last game at Turf Moor, while captaining and being promoted into the Premier League with 100 points for a second time."
Why do you love Burnley?published at 16:34 BST 28 July
16:34 BST 28 July
There is something unique about a football fan's love for their club.
As once said by the great Arrigo Sacchi: "Football is the most important of the least important things in life".
Tears of joy - and heartbreak. Friendships forged. Memories that last a lifetime.
Sometimes it is there from the beginning, sometimes a moment is what starts it all or takes it to another level.
Wherever it comes from, the love for a club is often there for life.
As a new season edges closer, we want to know why you love Burnley.
When was the moment it all began?
What is your most special memory?
Your first home game? Earliest shirt? A seminal away trip?
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