Burnley v Hull preview

Record-signing Jeff Hendrick is set to make his Burnley debut when Hull visit Turf Moor in the Premier League on Saturday.

Hendrick, a Deadline Day capture from Derby, scored for the Republic of Ireland in midweek and could slot straight into central midfield alongside fellow new recruit Steven Defour.

The Clarets have made a steady start on their return to the top-flight, winning one of their opening three fixtures, but manager Sean Dyche will be be keen to atone for their defeat at Chelsea a fortnight ago, where he admitted his side suffered from a gulf in class.

Hull will be looking to get back to winning ways after Manchester United inflicted their first defeat of the season in the last game before the international break.

Saturday’s trip to Turf Moor also presents Tigers caretaker Mike Phelan with another chance to stake a claim to the manager’s job on a permanent basis – a position he still harbours aspirations of filling.

Team news

Patrick Bamford follows Hendrick into Burnley’s matchday squad, but the on-loan Chelsea striker may have to make do with a place on the bench.

Liverpool loanee Jon Flanagan may make a first league appearance having worked on his fitness over the international break, but Saturday’s game comes too soon for forward Ashley …

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