EXCLUSIVE: Burnley interested in signing Irish winger from Celtic as Scott Parker looks to bolster attack following Odobert, Anass exit and expected Gudmundsson departure this summer

Burnley are lining up a move for Celtic winger Mikey Johnston before the close of the transfer window, sources have told Football Insider.

Johnston, 25, is back at Celtic after spending the second half of last season on loan at West Bromwich Albion.

The Republic of Ireland international impressed during his time in England, scoring seven goals in 20 games to help the Baggies reach the play-offs. Burnley are in the market for a new winger having sold Wilson Odobert to Tottenham and Johnston figures highly on their wanted list.

The Clarets are also coming up short in attack with Anass Zaroury set for a €9m move to Lens. Icelandic winger, Gudmundsson is also expected to leave the club for the Saudi Pro league before the end of the transfer window as reported by journalist Sacha Tavolieri.

The skilful attacker is likely to remain down the pecking order at Celtic under Brendan Rodgers this season and the Clarets are hoping to lure him to Turf Moor.

Johnston has played 15 minutes for the Hoops this term and is under contract at Parkhead until June 2026. He came through the Glasgow giants’ academy and has hit 13 goals in 93 appearances for his boyhood club.

Burnley have wrapped up eight new signings this summer and Football Insider revealed on Wednesday (21 August) that Joe Worrall is undergoing a Turf Moor medical ahead of a permanent move.