Former Burnley striker Wout Weghorst has joined FC Twente, reuniting with Erik ten Hag. Weghorst scored 20 goals in 65 games for Ajax before making the move.

What happened?

Wout Weghorst, who played for Burnley in 2022, has left Ajax to join FC Twente. He will be working with Erik ten Hag, who is currently the Sporting Director at Twente.

Why it matters for Burnley

Weghorst's time at Burnley was marked by struggles to make an impact, scoring only twice in 22 games. He spent time on loan at Besiktas and Hoffenheim during his period with Burnley.

What comes next?

FC Twente will be hoping that Weghorst can help them balance European football and domestic ambitions next season. As of now, Burnley is 19th in the Premier League, with 22 points from 38 games, and a recent form of DLDLL. Their last result was a 1-1 draw against Wolves on 2026-05-24. | Category | Stat | | --- | --- | | League Standing | 19th | | Points | 22 | | Recent Form | DLDLL | | Last Result | 1-1 vs Wolves | Burnley has scored 38 goals this season, while conceding 75, resulting in a -37 goal difference. They are 63 points behind leaders Arsenal. Weghorst's move to FC Twente marks a new chapter in his career, and Burnley fans will be watching his progress with interest.