Burnley are considering a summer move for Southampton midfielder Will Smallbone, as per a Football League World exclusive. The report states that Millwall and Sunderland are also considering a move for the 22-year-old who appeared just four times in the Premier League with the Saints last time out.
Burnley have welcomed youthful EFL talents in Luke McNally and Scott Twine to Turf Moor already this summer, with Smallbone being considered by Vincent Kompany as a temporary addition.
The former Manchester City defender is looking to assemble a squad that is able to secure an immediate return to the Premier League this summer, appearing to take a different kind of approach.
Three of our writers here at FLW have shared their thoughts regarding Burnley’s interest in the Southampton midfielder… Declan Harte This would be a good fit for Burnley if Kompany does intend to bring in a more attacking style of play.