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Scott Parker’s future as Burnley manager in the balance after relegation to Championship
- Scott Parker’s Burnley future is under review after relegation, with talks between Parker and chair Alan Pace to determine next steps.
- Parker replaced Vincent Kompany in 2024, led Burnley to promotion, but the team was relegated on return to the Premier League.
- If Parker leaves, Steven Gerrard could be of interest to Pace, with Gerrard recently leaving Al-Ettifaq by mutual consent in January 2025.
- Craig Bellamy, Kompany’s assistant at Burnley, is admired by Pace but may not want to leave his Wales head coach role.
- Burnley has not yet decided on Parker’s future as talks continue, with a potential amicable parting discussed.
- Burnley’s relegation followed a 1-0 home defeat by Manchester City, sealing its return to the Championship.
- Parker’s tenure began in July 2024 following Burnley’s relegation, and he achieved promotion in his first campaign.
- The club has not yet decided Parker’s fate for next season as discussions continue with Pace.
- There is speculation about potential successors should Parker depart, including Gerrard and Bellamy.
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