Burnley: Midfielder Josh Cullen signs new three-year contract

Cullen was brought to Turf Moor by previous boss Vincent Kompany, with the pair having worked together in Belgium.

He was a key figure in the side that amassed 101 points in winning the Championship in the 2022-2023 season.

But that side could not maintain their place in the top tier and Cullen will now have an important role to play in Scott Parker’s rebuild.

There has been a huge churn in the squad with 15 first-team players departing permanently this summer, including many in the last two weeks of the transfer window.

Despite that, Burnley are sixth after four games and Parker has left a positive impression.

“It’s been great,” Cullen said. “A breath of fresh air around the place. Fresh ideas and a fresh voice.

“I speak on behalf of all of the squad when I say everyone enjoys working with him. We’re really enjoying it and looking forward to the rest of the season.”