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Burnley Appoint Former Basel Manager Fabio Celestini as Head Coach

Burnley Appoint Former Basel Manager Fabio Celestini as Head Coach
English Premier League · 04:57:29 - Thursday, 5 November 2026

Burnley have appointed Fabio Celestini as their new head coach, the club announced. The 48-year-old Swiss manager previously led FC Basel in the Swiss Super League.

Celestini enjoyed a playing career that included spells at Lausanne, Marseille, Levante and Getafe before moving into coaching. He takes charge at Turf Moor with immediate effect.

The appointment was reported by Jay Freeman for BBC Sport North West on Wednesday, October 28, 2026.

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