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Craig Bellamy held discussions to become Burnley manager but the proposed appointment has fallen through. The BBC reported that the 46-year-old remains Wales head coach under a contract running until 2028.
espn.co.ukCraig Bellamy's proposed move to become Burnley manager has collapsed after the club held talks with the Wales head coach, The BBC reported. Burnley approached the Football Association of Wales about appointing Bellamy as successor to Scott Parker, who was sacked in April. Bellamy served as a coach under Vincent Kompany at the club from 2022 to 2024 and had a brief spell as caretaker manager.
The BBC reported that negotiations over Bellamy's backroom staff were a point of contention, though the breakdown was not linked to compensation issues for the FAW. Bellamy, 46, was appointed Wales head coach in 2024 and holds a contract through 2028.
Former Wales player Iwan Roberts said Bellamy has "burnt a lot of bridges" and that the FAW and chief executive Noel Mooney know he has been looking at other jobs.
Roberts added that the episode could affect Bellamy's standing with the national team squad and supporters. Former Wales striker Malcolm Allen said he is pleased Bellamy will continue in the role ahead of the European Championships in 2028, which Wales co-hosts, while acknowledging the situation remains uncomfortable.
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