Burnley approaches Craig Bellamy for managerial position
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 19, 2026, 10:03 AM
Last updated Jun 19, 2026
Burnley is pursuing Craig Bellamy to become their new manager following Scott Parker's departure. The club has reached out to the Football Association of Wales but no deal has been finalized, and compensation discussions will be necessary. Bellamy, who has two years remaining on his contract with Wales, served as an assistant coach at Burnley, contributing to their promotion in the 2022-23 season. His potential exit comes amid a challenging period for Wales, having struggled in recent matches and missed out on World Cup qualification. Bellamy expressed his commitment to the national team prior to recent friendlies, although interest from club level has been noted.
- •Burnley seeks to replace Scott Parker after his exit in April.
- •Bellamy previously worked as an assistant coach for Burnley.
- •He has two years left on his contract with the FAW.
- •Bellamy confirmed he received club-level interest but remains committed to Wales.
- •Wales has struggled recently, winning just three of their last 11 matches.
- 10:03 AMYahoo Sports — Burnley target Bellamy in managerial hunt
- 10:03 AMBBC Sport — Burnley target Bellamy in managerial hunt
"Craig Bellamy is wanted by former club Burnley to become their new manager.
"Craig Bellamy is wanted by former club Burnley to become their new manager.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 19, 2026, 10:03 AMBurnley target Bellamy in managerial hunt
Craig Bellamy is wanted by former club Burnley to become their new manager.
- BBC SportJun 19, 2026, 10:03 AMBurnley target Bellamy in managerial hunt
Craig Bellamy is wanted by former club Burnley to become their new manager.
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