Burnley

THE ESSENTIAL

Burnley are adamant that top goalscorer Jay Rodriguez will remain at the club. The 22-year-old has already got eight goals this season and manager Eddie Howe: "Jay is someone who you'd want to build your team around - a fantastic talent."

Burnley centre-back Leon Cort has joined Charlton on a season-long loan deal. The 31-year-old joined the Clarets in 2010 but has been deemed surplus to requirements this season.

Championship side Burnley are closing in on Bournemouth striker Danny Ings. The 19-year-old, who played for Eddie Howe when he was manager of the Cherries, scored eight goals last season and played in their opening game of the season.

Striker Steven Thompson senses a top-six finish in the Championship is not unrealistic for Burnley this season.

Chief executive Paul Fletcher insists Burnley won't splash the cash in a bid to secure an immediate return to the Premier League.

Clarke Carlisle believes Burnley's current squad is good enough to make a swift return to the Premier League.

Burnley chairman Barry Kilby has told Owen Coyle to forget about returning to Tuf Moor for Clarets stars Chris Eagles and Steven Fletcher.

Burnley chairman Barry Kilby has dismissed claims the club are looking at replacing Brian Laws just over two months after he was appointed.

Blackpool boss Ian Holloway admits he is flattered to be linked with Burnley - but insists he has no interest in becoming manager at Turf Moor.

Burnley boss Owen Coyle has confirmed his interest in Jack Wilshere, but admits a loan deal is a long way from being agreed with Arsenal.