Burnley approach Rob Edwards for manager role but he declines
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 29, 2026, 2:43 PM
Last updated Jun 29, 2026
Burnley FC's bid to appoint Rob Edwards as their new manager has failed, as Edwards has turned down the approach. This decision comes two months after Burnley parted ways with Scott Parker following relegation from the Premier League. Edwards, recently dismissed as Wolves head coach, was considered while Burnley was also pursuing Craig Bellamy, who opted to remain with the Wales national team. With pre-season preparations underway, Burnley continues to look for a suitable candidate before their U.S. tour starts next month, with their first match against FC Cincinnati on July 11.
- •Rob Edwards rejects Burnley’s offer to become manager.
- •Burnley has been without a manager since Scott Parker’s departure.
- •Club will travel to the U.S. for a pre-season tour next month.
- •First friendly match scheduled against FC Cincinnati on July 11.
- 2:43 PMYahoo Sports — Burnley fail with Edwards approach
- 2:43 PMBBC Football — Burnley fail with Edwards approach
"Rob Edwards turns down an approach from Burnley, leaving the Clarets still looking for a new manager.
"Rob Edwards turns down an approach from Burnley, leaving the Clarets still looking for a new manager.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 29, 2026, 2:43 PMBurnley fail with Edwards approach
Rob Edwards turns down an approach from Burnley, leaving the Clarets still looking for a new manager.
- BBC FootballJun 29, 2026, 2:43 PMBurnley fail with Edwards approach
Rob Edwards turns down an approach from Burnley, leaving the Clarets still looking for a new manager.
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