Burnley Nears Deal for Fabio Celestini Amid Kenny Miller Speculation
Translated & summarized from Mako by baba
Burnley is reportedly close to appointing Fabio Celestini, former coach of Basel and CSKA Moscow, as their new manager. The English club had previously been linked with Kenny Miller of Maccabi Tel Aviv. Celestini previously won a domestic double with Basel and the Russian Super Cup with CSKA Moscow.
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- Burnley is nearing an agreement with Fabio Celestini to become their new manager.
- Celestini previously coached Basel and CSKA Moscow, winning multiple titles.
- Burnley had previously considered Maccabi Tel Aviv's Kenny Miller for the role.
- Celestini also received interest from Spanish club Getafe.
- The 50-year-old Swiss coach managed CSKA Moscow for 40 games.
Burnley, the English club that recently dismissed its manager, is reportedly close to appointing Fabio Celestini as its new coach. Celestini, who previously managed Basel and CSKA Moscow, is said to be the leading candidate for the position.
Reports indicate that Burnley had previously shown interest in Kenny Miller of Maccabi Tel Aviv as a potential replacement. However, the focus has now shifted to Celestini, with "The Athletic" reporting that the Swiss coach is the primary target.
Celestini, 50, last coached CSKA Moscow, where he managed 40 games with a record of 21 wins, 16 losses, and 6 draws. He won the Russian Super Cup with the club last season. Prior to that, he achieved a domestic double of league championship and cup with Basel in the 2024/25 season. He also attracted interest from Spanish club Getafe, but the project in England was more appealing.
Burnley's pursuit of Celestini suggests they are moving forward with a new coaching direction, potentially ending speculation about other candidates.
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