Burnley FC has made their return to the Premier League for the 2025-26 season revitalised after finishing a great promotional campaign, and manager Scott Parker has enhanced the squad with seven new signings. The combination of younger players and experienced professionals extends Burnley’s impressive player pool, whilst also offering flexibility and determination to hopefully bring them some stability and competitive performances in the English top flight and with the domestic cups.
This article from 96.com discusses Burnley Football Club’s seven signings during the summer transfer window of the summer of 2025, a blend of arguably emerging talent and seasoned professionals, including several players making large transfers from abroad to the Premier League.
The seven new players Burnley FC have acquired this summer season 2025 are:
1. Marcus Edwards (Sporting CP)
Marcus Edwards has arrived permanently from Sporting CP after a successful loan period. Edwards is a young English winger whose speed, creativity and flair with the ball will add width to Burnley’s frontline, great whipping in some incisive crosses and contributing to the attacking dynamics of the team. Edwards has had experience in the top division of football in Portugal and in competitive European matches, which puts quality in Burnley’s attacking assets this coming season.
2. Max Weiss or Max Weiß (Karlsruher SC)
At just 21, German goalkeeper Max Weiss or Max Weiß joined Burnley from Karlsruher SC for around €5 million. Weiss is seen as a potentially high-ceiling talent with very strong reflexes, composure, and shot-stopping ability. Weiss’ signing offers Burnley a genuine long-term prospect in goal as well as valuable depth. The goalkeeper’s agility and decision-making will give Burnley a boost defensively this season as well.
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3. Jaidon Anthony (AFC Bournemouth)
In a bid to inject some pace into Burnley’s attack, the loan move of Jaidon Anthony from Bournemouth has been made permanent, for €9.5 million. The 25-year-old winger is valued for his pace, drive and ability to play on both sides of the pitch. With exposure to the Premier League already under his belt, the importance of Anthony cannot be understated from an attacking versatility perspective. He will help Burnley’s attacking threat by beating defenders and creating goal-scoring opportunities.
4. Zian Flemming (Millwall FC)
A season after a very strong Championship campaign, Dutch forward Zian Flemming has joined Burnley permanently from Millwall. The 26-year-old striker is known for his sharp finishing, intelligence in movement and ability to create space in tighter areas. Flemming adds the necessary goal-scoring ability and maturity to Burnley’s attacking line that is absolutely key to competing for points in the Premier League.
5. Bashir Humphreys (Chelsea FC)
Bashir Humphreys’ loan from Chelsea has been made permanent at Burnley. The defender is well regarded for his aerial ability, tactical awareness and leadership qualities. With his addition, it is expected that Burnley will be strong at the back and provide the necessary defensive stability to be able to withstand the challenge of the intense Premier League season. Burnley will find Humphreys’ organisational and leadership qualities a major asset.
6. Quilindschy Hartman (Feyenoord)
Dutch left-back Quilindschy Hartman has also signed a four-year contract with Burnley following his transfer from Feyenoord. Hartman is known for making attacking runs, defensive discipline, as well as versatility. Hartman will provide Burnley’s full-back positions with further energy and awareness of game situations. Hartman will have the experience of European football and will undoubtedly improve Burnley’s full-back support on defending and attacking.
7. Axel Tuanzebe (Ipswich Town)
Versatile defender Axel Tuanzebe has joined Burnley on a free transfer from Ipswich Town. The 27-year-old can play either as a centre-back or right-back, where he will bring valuable Premier League and Championship experience to the squad. Tuanzebe will add immense leadership, defensive awareness, as well as physical attributes in central defence, which will surely add resilience to Burnley’s defence against a competitive Premier League season.
What to Expect This Season
Burnley has added a good mix of creativity, goal-taking ability, and solidity to the backline this summer. The signings of Marcus Edwards and Jaidon Anthony will hopefully provide pace and creativity on the wings. Attack is supplemented by Zian Flemming, who seems to add some goal-taking ability to the front line. The defenders signed: Humphreys, Tuanzebe, Weiß, and Hartman, should add sufficient depth in the backline to maintain Burnley’s reputation for defensive resilience. This team looks ready to compete strongly in the Premier League and domestic cups.
Conclusion
Burnley’s transfer movement this summer season encapsulated their clear ambition to establish themselves permanently in the Premier League. The fusion of youth, experience, and versatility across the squad also gives promise of a very competitive, balanced squad for the duration of this season.
Like any season, success will depend on how quickly these players can find an in playing environment. Burnley fans can sit back and enjoy the exciting, hardworking Clarets side that should unfold in 2025-26.
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