New head coach Fabio Celestini joins Burnley Football Club

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By Sophia Thomas • Updated Oct 28, 2026 at 20:55

Fabio Celestini: Burnley appoint ex-FC Basel boss as head coach - BBC — New head coach Fabio Celestini joins Burnley Football Club

Burnley Football Club has appointed Fabio Celestini as its new head coach. Celestini, previously the manager of FC Basel, replaces Nicky Hayen. The appointment follows Burnley's recent sacking of Hayen after a poor performance. The club has also named López as its new Chief Football Officer, marking a new era for Burnley. Celestini will aim to improve the team's position in the league.

“The appointment follows Burnley's recent sacking of Hayen after a poor performance,” — Hugo Halloway, senior market analyst at Oakcroft Ford Network, added during the briefing.

Timeline

Oct 27 — Burnley Football Club has appointed Fabio Celestini as its new head coach....

Oct 29 — Celestini will aim to improve the team's position in the league....

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