Clarets capture Delfouneso

08 March 2011 11:30
Burnley have signed highly-rated Aston Villa striker Nathan Delfouneso on loan until the end of the season. The Clarets have been on the lookout for a new frontman after Charlie Austin, signed from Swindon in January, was ruled out for the rest of the campaign with a dislocated shoulder. And they have swooped to secure the services of Delfouneso, who has made 16 appearances for Villa this season. The 20-year-old is a regular for England Under-21s, with many tipping him to earn full international honours in future. He has earned the Players` Young Player of the Year award at Villa for the past two seasons. Should the paperwork go through in time, Delfouneso will make his debut for Burnley in Tuesday`s clash with Hull.

Source: PA