Burnley close in on fifth summer signing as FC Basel confirm Zeki Amdouni medical
Vincent Kompany is looking to bolster his front line ahead of the Premier League season
Burnley are set to complete a deal to sign Swiss international Zeki Amdouni from FC Basel.
Lancs Live understands a deal has been agreed for the forward to join Vincent Kompany’s men ahead of the new Premier League season. Amdouni would be the Clarets’ fifth summer signing after Lawrence Vigouroux, Jordan Beyer, Michael Obafemi and Dara O’Shea.
The 22-year-old attacker scored 22 goals in 52 appearances last season and was on target against Fiorentina in the Europa Conference League semi-final. The exciting youngster also featured in the European Under-21 Championship this summer, scoring twice in four games for Switzerland.
On Tuesday morning the Swiss club tweeted: ‘Zeki Amdouni is currently not in training with the first team. He is about to make a move and is doing medical tests at another club.’
A move for James Trafford is still in the works at Turf Moor, while Coventry City midfielder Gustavo Hamer and free agent winger Nathan Redmond are being linked with the Clarets. The former has one year left to run on his Sky Blues contract, while Redmond confirmed his exit from Besiktas via Instagram.
His post read: ”To the beautiful Besiktas supporters. From the very first day I arrived you have shown me nothing but love and support. The nights at Vodafone Park, the derby nights and all those in between – when moments were tough and when moments were great, you shown consistently the amazing support that lets me know you are the best fans in the world!
‘It’s a difficult decision for myself and my family to not return and wear the black and white jersey this season – but in the 1 season I spent with you guys, I’m forever thankful for the memories, and history we created together. I will be following the team for the future and I wish nothing but the best! Thank you once again. It is not goodbye, it’s see you later. Eternal love, Nathan.’
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Fresh details emerge as Burnley consider big-money move for Coventry player
Burnley remain keen on doing a deal for £15m-rated Coventry midfielder Gustavo Hamer.
Coventry City want £15m for Burnley transfer target Gustavo Hamer, although the Premier League side could use players as part of the deal.
Burnley looking to sign Gustavo Hamer
After losing the play-off final to Luton Town at Wembley, all connected to the Sky Blues knew they were vulnerable to losing their two star men – Hamer and Viktor Gyokeres.
Burnley looking to sign Gustavo Hamer
After losing the play-off final to Luton Town at Wembley, all connected to the Sky Blues knew they were vulnerable to losing their two star men – Hamer and Viktor Gyokeres.
After a lengthy process, Gyokeres completed a switch to Sporting CP which banked the Midlands outfit £20m, and Hamer is likely to follow him out of the door at some point.
Burnley are a club who have been credited with an interest in the former Feyenoord man previously, and Daily Mail journalist Tom Collomosse has provided an update on their pursuit, as he outlined Coventry’s demands for the 26-year-old.
“Gustavo Hamer: Burnley want the midfielder, who is valued at about £15m by Coventry. Structure of the deal is up for discussion. One year left on Hamer’s deal. Could be cash plus at least one player.”
Is £15m a fair valuation for Gustavo Hamer?
Obviously the contract situation is going to impact Hamer’s value, but he should still command a hefty fee this summer.
This is a player who scored 11 goals and registered ten assists in the Championship last season, so he is a quality player and undoubtedly one of the best midfielders in the league. Therefore, the £15m price tag seems perfectly fair when you consider all factors.
Coventry wouldn’t want to lose the player, and they don’t need the money after Gyokeres’ exit, but it would be stupid to let him leave on a free in 12 months time, so you would expect an agreement to be reached at some point.
Which players could join Coventry as part of the deal?
The prospect of players being part of the negotiations to go to Coventry is an interesting one, and the most obvious candidate for that is Luke McNally.
It has been claimed Burnley would rather loan the central defender this summer, but he could be used as a makeweight here. McNally excelled at Coventry after joining in January, and with Callum Doyle and Michael Rose having moved on, it’s an area of the pitch that needs to be addressed by Mark Robins.
