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Clarets complete signing of ex-Sheffield United defender Anel Ahmedhodžić

The 27-year-old centre-back returns to England on a four-year deal as Burnley add depth after a summer push to strengthen defense.

  • Burnley confirmed the signing of defender Anel Ahmedhodzic from Feyenoord, with the 27-year-old centre-back signing a four-year deal with the Clarets.
  • The Bosnian international returns to the Championship after leaving Bramall Lane last summer, having helped Sheffield United win promotion to the Premier League in 2023.
  • "I'm really happy to be here," Ahmedhodzic said, noting his excitement to return to the Championship and his familiarity with Turf Moor's atmosphere.
  • Manager Nicky Hayen bolstered central defense this summer, previously signing Manchester City loanee Max Alleyne and now adding Ahmedhodzic to a squad including Hjalmar Ekdal, Joe Worrall, and Bashir Humphreys.
  • Burnley continues pursuing reinforcements, with links to Toulouse centre-back Mark McKenzie and ZagB midfielder Marcel Regula, while fans hope Zian Flemming remains amid interest from Everton and Lille.
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Anel Ahmedhodžić is leaving Feyenoord after just one year. The 27-year-old Bosnian central defender has been sold to Burnley FC, the Rotterdam football club reports. Burnley were relegated from the Premier League in England last season.

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Algemeen Dagblad broke the news in Rotterdam, Netherlands (Kingdom of the) on Wednesday, August 19, 2026.
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