Exclusive: Burnley work on deal to sign Celtic’s Mikey Johnston
Burnley are lining up a move for Celtic winger Mikey Johnston before the close of the transfer window, sources have told Football Insider.
Johnston, 25, is back at Celtic after spending the second half of last season on loan at West Bromwich Albion.
The Republic of Ireland international impressed during his time in England, scoring seven goals in 20 games to help the Baggies reach the play-offs.
Burnley are in the market for a new winger having sold Wilson Odobert to Tottenham and Johnston figures highly on their wanted list.
The skilful attacker is likely to remain down the pecking order at Celtic under Brendan Rodgers this season and the Clarets are hoping to lure him to Turf Moor.
Burnley line up late-window swoop for Celtic winger Johnston
Johnston has played 15 minutes for the Hoops this term and is under contract at Parkhead until June 2026.
He came through the Glasgow giants’ academy and has hit 13 goals in 93 appearances for his boyhood club.
Burnley have wrapped up eight new signings this summer and Football Insider revealed on Wednesday (21 August) that Joe Worrall is undergoing a Turf Moor medical ahead of a permanent move.
Scott Parker’s side have started the Championship campaign with two wins and nine goals from two games.
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