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New contender emerges as Burnley search for Nicky Hayen’s replacement

Burnley have been linked with former CSKA Moscow boss Fabio Celestini as they search for Nicky Hayen's replacement…

By Dan Barnes · Lancashire Telegraph

Published: Tuesday, 27 October 2026 at 3:27 PM

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Fabio Celestini has reportedly emerged as a strong contender to replace Nicky Hayen at Burnley.
Burnley dismissed Hayen following a 4-1 defeat at Lincoln City, leaving the club 22nd in the Championship.
Celestini previously guided Basel to a Swiss league and cup double and recently left CSKA Moscow.

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Fabio Celestini has emerged as a strong contender to become the next Burnley head coach, according to a report from The Athletic. The Clarets are seeking a replacement following the dismissal of Nicky Hayen, who was sacked after a 4-1 loss to Lincoln City left the team 22nd in the Championship.

Celestini, a 50-year-old former Swiss international, previously won a league and cup double with Basel and most recently managed CSKA Moscow. His emergence follows Burnley's appointment of Diego Lopez as chief football officer and a reported rejection from manager Rob Edwards.

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