Burnley's pursuit of Craig Bellamy has collapsed, with the Wales manager set to stay in his current role. The Championship club had earmarked Bellamy as their leading candidate to replace Scott Parker.

What happened?

Talks between Burnley, Bellamy, and the Football Association of Wales were at an advanced stage. However, Bellamy is now expected to remain in his current role with the national side.

Why it matters for Burnley

The breakdown in negotiations leaves Burnley without a manager. Bellamy has prior ties to Burnley, having served as assistant to Vincent Kompany during his time at the club.

What comes next?

The reasons behind the breakdown in negotiations remain unclear. Bellamy is under contract with the FAW for a further two years and recently indicated his intention to continue in the role. As of the end of the 2025-2026 season, Burnley's league standing is 19th in Premier League, with 22 points from 38 games, and a recent form of DLDLL. | Stat | Value | | --- | --- | | League standing | 19th in Premier League | | Points | 22 | | Recent form | DLDLL | | Last result | Burnley 1-1 Wolves (2026-05-24) | Burnley will need to look elsewhere for a new manager. With the new season approaching, the club will be keen to find a replacement soon.