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Burnley hires Nicky Hayen as new head coach on three-year deal

BBC Sport • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 10, 2026, 5:36 PM

Last updated Jul 10, 2026

Burnley hires Nicky Hayen as new head coach on three-year deal
Summary

Burnley FC has appointed Nicky Hayen, previously of Genk, as their new head coach on a three-year contract, announced on July 10, 2026. Hayen replaces Scott Parker, who departed by mutual consent after Burnley's relegation from the Premier League. He led Genk to a seventh-place finish in the Belgian league last season. Hayen expressed enthusiasm for joining a club with deep history and committed supporters. He will take charge of his first competitive match against Notts County in the Carabao Cup on August 8, 2026.

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  • •Nicky Hayen replaces Scott Parker as Burnley head coach.
  • •Hayen's contract is for three years.
  • •He previously managed Genk and Haverfordwest County.
  • •Burnley aims for a Premier League return next season.
  • •Hayen's first match in charge is August 8 against Notts County.
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  • 5:51 PMBBC Sport — Burnley appoint Hayen as new head coach
  • 5:20 PMYahoo Sports — Burnley appoint Hayen as new head coach
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Burnley appoint Genk boss Nicky Hayen as their new head coach on a three-year deal.

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Burnley appoint Genk boss Nicky Hayen as their new head coach on a three-year deal.

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