Nicky Hayen eyed by new club after Burnley exit

Burnley turned to the 46-year-old in the summer to replace Scott Parker but he struggled to adapt to life at Turf Moor.

By Harry Mail · The 72

Published: Friday, 13 November 2026 at 10:41 AM

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Aberdeen are interested in appointing former Burnley manager Nicky Hayen, according to the Press and Journal.
Burnley dismissed Hayen late last month after he won only one of his 14 games in charge.
Fabio Celestini was appointed to replace Hayen at Turf Moor, leaving the club fighting relegation.

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Former Burnley manager Nicky Hayen has emerged on the radar of Scottish side Aberdeen following his sacking by the Clarets, according to the Press and Journal. The 46-year-old Belgian was dismissed by Burnley late last month after winning only one of his 14 matches in charge. Aberdeen are currently searching for a new head coach after parting ways with Stephen Robinson.

Hayen had originally replaced Scott Parker at Turf Moor in July on a three-year contract, but left the Championship club in the relegation zone. Burnley have since appointed Fabio Celestini as his successor. Writer Harry Mail argues that a move to Aberdeen, who sit 11th in their league, would provide Hayen with a fresh start.

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