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Burnley sent Josh Cullen warning ahead of captain’s imminent return

Josh Laurent urges caution over Josh Cullen’s return…

By Matt Scrafton · Burnley Express

Published: Tuesday, 20 October 2026 at 11:00 AM

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Josh Laurent warned against placing too much pressure on Josh Cullen ahead of his return from an ACL injury.
Burnley captain Cullen has been sidelined for 10 months following the severe knee injury.
Cullen is scheduled to play for Burnley's Under-21 side against West Ham on Friday.

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Josh Laurent has cautioned Burnley supporters, staff, and teammates not to place excessive pressure on club captain Josh Cullen as he approaches his return from injury. Cullen is nearing a comeback after missing 10 months due to a serious anterior cruciate ligament injury.

The 30-year-old midfielder is scheduled to feature for Burnley's Under-21s against West Ham on Friday, ruling him out of the first-team match against Lincoln City. If his progress continues smoothly, Cullen could potentially be available to face Portsmouth in late October.

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