Burnley have secured a £20 million windfall from Jaidon Anthony’s sale to Brentford, but the Clarets may not need to spend a penny to replace him. After finishing 19th in the Premier League with just 22 points (4W-10D-24L), Burnley are back in the Championship, and their summer rebuild is underway. With Anthony gone, 21-year-old Jaydon Banel could be the answer.
What happened with Jaidon Anthony’s transfer?
Anthony, 26, joined Burnley permanently in 2025 after a loan spell, scoring eight goals and assisting four in 37 Premier League games. His form caught Brentford’s eye, and the Bees paid a potential £20 million to bring him to West London. While Burnley lose a key player, they make a solid profit after signing him for just £8 million a year ago.
Why Jaydon Banel could be the answer
Banel, a Dutch winger, arrived at Turf Moor in January 2025 for €1 million (£850k) but struggled for game time. A loan at Derby County in early 2026 saw him score three goals in 14 Championship appearances, showing promise. Now, with Anthony gone, Banel could get his chance to shine in Burnley’s Championship campaign.
What’s next for Burnley this summer?
Burnley are still without a permanent manager after Scott Parker’s departure. Nicky Hayen, the current Genk boss, is the frontrunner for the job. Meanwhile, Martin Dubravka left for Tottenham on a free transfer, and Quilindschy Hartman joined Espanyol on loan. With their next fixture against Portsmouth on 31 October 2026, Burnley must finalise their squad soon.
