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Burnley defender Ahmedhodzic out with concussion

Burnley boss Nicky Hayen reveals defender Anel Ahmedhodzic will be out for 12 days because of concussion.

BBC Sport

Published: Friday, 16 October 2026 at 8:41 AM

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Anel Ahmedhodzic will miss Burnley's Championship match against Wolves after sustaining a concussion.
Head coach Nicky Hayen confirmed Ahmedhodzic must observe a mandatory 12-day concussion protocol.
Burnley are considering Max Alleyne and Hjalmar Ekdal as defensive replacements.

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Burnley defender Anel Ahmedhodzic has been ruled out of action for nearly two weeks due to a concussion. Head coach Nicky Hayen confirmed the defender will miss Friday night's Championship match against Wolves after being forced off during Tuesday's draw with Charlton.

Ahmedhodzic must complete a mandatory 12-day concussion protocol before returning. Burnley, who remain in search of their first home win of the season, will look to either Max Alleyne or Hjalmar Ekdal to replace him in defense.

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Burnley defender Ahmedhodzic out with concussion

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