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Burnley have been boosted by the news skipper Steven Caldwell could return to action against Birmingham this weekend.

Burnley defender Andre Bikey has been called up to the Cameroon squad for their friendly and World Cup qualifying games next month.

Clarke Carlisle has told his Burnley team-mates to maintain their 'focus and discipline' to pick up points from more winnable games.

Burnley defender Clarke Carlisle has called on his team-mates to put in 'peak performances' in every match if they are to survive.

Owen Coyle believes Burnley's 5-0 defeat to Spurs wasn't a fair reflection of the game and claims some key decisions went against them.

Brian Jensen will be fit for Burnley's trip to Spurs and David Nugent returns to cover for Chris McCann and Martin Paterson's absence.

Captain Steven Caldwell is close to a first-team return for Burnley after making a return to full training following his groin injury.

Last season's top scorer Martin Paterson is facing up to three months on the sidelines after undergoing knee surgery.

Owen Coyle was disappointed with Burnley's 3-2 Carling Cup loss at Barnsley as he claims 'the team was strong enough to win the game'.

Owen Coyle is waiting to find out the full extent of the injuries picked up by Burnley's Brian Jensen and Martin Paterson at Barnsley.

Owen Coyle is backing midfielder Chris McCann to return to the Burnley side a stronger player from his knee ligament injury.

Owen Coyle must change his Burnley side for the Carling Cup trip to Barnsley as Chris McCann is injured and David Nugent is cup-tied.

Burnley have been rocked by the news Chris McCann faces three months on the sidelines after damaging knee ligaments against Sunderland.

David Nugent is looking to use his loan spell at Burnley to try and force his way into the England squad for next summer's World Cup.

Burnley are awaiting the results of a scan on Chris McCann's knee amid fears he may be out for up to two months with ligament damage.

David Nugent is targeting a permanent move to Burnley after scoring twice on his home debut against Sunderland.

Skipper Steven Caldwell will again be forced to miss out but Michael Duff is fit as Burnley prepare to face Sunderland.

Defender Brian Easton has admitted that he is happy to wait for his first-team chance to arrive with Burnley this season.

Michael Duff is fully recovered from a pre-season ankle injury and hopes to line up in the Burnley side against Sunderland on Saturday.

Burnley have failed to reach an agreement with Manchester United over a fee for Richard Eckersley and they may now go to a tribunal.

Tyrone Mears says Burnley's top-flight survival hopes will depend on how they fare against teams like Saturday's opponents Sunderland.

Owen Coyle has admitted that Steven Caldwell is unlikely to return from his groin injury in time for Burnley's clash with Sunderland.

Burnley boss Owen Coyle maintains he will not give up the side's passing ethos despite being savaged by Liverpool.

Owen Coyle will hand David Nugent a Burnley debut at Liverpool as he waits on the return of four players from international duty.

Owen Coyle has moved quickly to end rumours he might replace George Burley as Scotland manager, describing the reports as 'poor taste'.

Burnley defender Tyrone Mears remains determined to win a call up for England despite having turned out for Jamaica in February.

David Nugent is expected to start at Liverpool on Saturday after an impressive debut in Burnley's friendly with Accrington Stanley.

The race to sign Dutch ace Bolo Zenden, who is a free agent, is now a two-way battle between Burnley and Hull, according to reports.

On loan striker David Nugent has accused Portsmouth of not giving him a fair chance as he searches for a long-term deal at Turf Moor.

Burnley striker Steven Fletcher has revealed the clash with Chelsea left him absolutely shattered after he played on the wing.

Burnley boss Owen Coyle is set to hand David Nugent his first start for the club against Accrington Stanley on Tuesday.

Andre Bikey claims that his move to Burnley could prove to be vital in his efforts to go to next summer's World Cup with Cameroon.

Defender Stephen Jordan claims the confidence in the Burnley squad is 'growing' despite the heavy defeat at Chelsea last weekend.

Skipper Steven Caldwell is tipping Burnley boss Owen Coyle to eventually be placed in the same bracket as Everton boss David Moyes.

David Nugent has admitted he hopes to prove to be a success during his loan spell at Burnley in order to secure a permanent deal.

Daniel Cousin branded Hull City 'bizarre and illogical' just moments before his proposed loan move to Burnley fell through.

Owen Coyle believes new signing David Nugent will be a 'tremendous acquisition' for Burnley after joining the Clarets on loan.

Burnley have beaten off competition from Premier League rivals Hull to the loan signing of David Nugent from Portsmouth.

Burnley have completed a deadline day move for 17-year-old striker Joe McKee from Livingston.

Burnley's hopes of signing Daniel Cousin will rest on Hull's attempts to sign a replacement before Tuesday's 5pm deadline.