Burnley Express

The Burnley Express is a local newspaper serving Burnley, Padiham, and nearby regions in England. It publishes two editions each week, on Tuesdays and Fridays, with Friday's edition being the more extensive one. Established in 1877, it is currently part of the Johnston Press group. There is also a version called the Padiham Express, which includes several pages dedicated to Padiham. Many articles and features from the paper can also be found on its website.

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14 free agents Burnley could sign ahead of Premier League return - featuring ex-Everton and West Ham men

5 days ago | burnleyexpress.net | Matt Scrafton

Burnley fans are waiting patiently for the club’s summer transfer business to kick into gear ahead of their Premier League return. As of yet, no new signings have been forthcoming, although four of last season’s loanees – Bashir Humphreys, Jaidon Anthony, Marcus Edwards and Zian Flemming – have all seen their loans turned permanent. Back in the top flight, the expectation may be that the Clarets can afford to splash the cash thanks to the millions brought in in TV revenue.
Where Burnley ranks among the Premier League's cheapest away days

5 days ago | burnleyexpress.net | Matt Scrafton

With the 2025/26 Premier League fixtures now confirmed, Burnley fans are already eyeing up which away days to tick off the list. Scott Parker’s men make their return to the top flight with a trip to the capital to face Tottenham on the opening weekend, before facing fellow newly-promoted side Sunderland at Turf Moor the following week.
How Burnley's summer transfer window could realistically look - according to Football Manager

6 days ago | burnleyexpress.net | Matt Scrafton

With Burnley yet to make a new signing this summer, Clarets fans may be left wondering how their transfer business will unfold. Technically the Clarets have already done some business, turning the loans of Bashir Humphreys, Jaidon Anthony, Marcus Edwards and Zian Flemming permanent after their contributions to last season’s Championship promotion. But who is set to join them at Turf Moor ahead of Burnley’s Premier League return?
Burnley owner Alan Pace close to Espanyol takeover as part of multi-club model - reports

6 days ago | burnleyexpress.net | Matt Scrafton

Burnley owner Alan Pace is “days away” from completing a takeover of Spanish side Espanyol, according to reports in Spain. According to Mundo Deportivo, Pace – owner of the investment fund ALK Capital – has submitted an offer in the region of €180m (£154m) to acquire a majority stake. The intention, it’s claimed, is to integrate Espanyol into a multi-club model.
Former Burnley chairman in exclusive talks to take over League Two side Cheltenham Town

6 days ago | burnleyexpress.net | Matt Scrafton

Former Burnley chairman Mike Garlick is interested in taking over League Two outfit Cheltenham Town. The Robins have confirmed that Garlick, who currently owns two clubs on the continent, has entered into a period of exclusivity. Garlick left Burnley’s board in 2023 after 17 years at Turf Moor, including eight as club chairman during which time the Clarets twice won promotion to the Premier League.
Ex-Premier League striker on what Burnley must do to avoid instant relegation

6 days ago | burnleyexpress.net | Matt Scrafton

Burnley must maintain their belief, team spirit and camaraderie if they’re to have any chance of surviving in the Premier League next season. That’s according to former England striker Emile Heskey, who played for a host of top flight clubs including Liverpool, Leicester City and Wigan Athletic. While the odds are stacked heavily against the Clarets and their fellow newly-promoted sides, Heskey insists Scott Parker’s side must at least give themselves a fighting chance.
Burnley FC transfer tracker: Every player linked with the Clarets this summer

6 days ago | burnleyexpress.net | Matt Scrafton

The summer transfer window is open for business once again as Burnley look to boost their squad ahead of their return to the Premier League. While the Clarets have yet to make their first new signing of the summer, they have turned the loans of Bashir Humphreys, Jaidon Anthony, Marcus Edwards and Zian Flemming permanent. But who else could be playing under Scott Parker next season?
'I'd like to think...': Fans' favourite Glen Little urges Burnley to keep hold of in-demand duo

1 week ago | burnleyexpress.net | Matt Scrafton

Glen Little has warned Burnley not to sell James Trafford and Maxime Esteve this summer – especially not on the cheap. The pair have unsurprisingly attracted plenty of admiring glances for their performances in a Burnley shirt, having both been part of Scott Parker’s record-breaking defence in the Championship last season. But with CJ Egan-Riley already departing to join Marseille on a free, the Clarets can ill afford to lose anymore star men. “You want them to stay, don't you?
Burnley Women confirm the ambitious appointment of former Liverpool boss as new manager

1 week ago | burnleyexpress.net | Matt Scrafton

Burnley Women have confirmed the appointment of former Liverpool boss Matt Beard as their new manager. A highly distinguished coach in the women’s game, Beard will be tasked with leading the Clarets to the second tier of the pyramid. The 47-year-old replaces Rebecca Sawiuk, who left the club by mutual consent back in March after an underwhelming campaign in the National League North – finishing fourth and well off the pace in the hunt for promotion.
Quilindschy Hartman profiled as Burnley step up interest in Feyenoord left-back

1 week ago | burnleyexpress.net | Matt Scrafton

Burnley continue to be strongly linked with a summer swoop for Dutch left back Quilindschy Hartman. Reports first appeared in the Dutch media at the start of the week that the Clarets were weighing up a move for the Feyenoord left-back. Since then, 1909.nl have reported that Burnley have officially approached the Eredivisie outfit with a “multi-million” bid.