Just had a bit of a look into Fabio Celestini, who’s emerging as a strong contender for the Burnley job as per @adjones_journo. His managerial career is interesting. The standout is his time at Basel. He took over in October 2023 with the club bottom of the Swiss league, guided them to safety and an 8th-place finish, then won the league and cup double the following season. Their first league title in eight years. Elsewhere, he won promotion with Lausanne, qualified for Europe with Lugano, won the Swiss Cup with Luzern and the Russian Super Cup with CSKA Moscow. He’s also had less successful spells, particularly at Sion. Tactically, it looks like he’s an attack-minded manager who favours quick, forward-thinking football rather than slow, possession-heavy build-up. His preferred 4-2-3-1 isn’t rigid either; at Basel he switched between a back three and four depending on results and personnel. Obviously, the Championship is a different challenge, but there’s a decent record of rebuilding struggling sides and adapting when things aren’t working. Makes me wonder if we’ll go back to club manager rather than head coach. You’d also assume there’s a connection somewhere between Lopez and Cellestini. Thoughts on Cellestini, if that’s the route we go? #TwitterClarets

I would like to personally thank Nicky for his hard work and commitment during his time at Burnley Football Club.   Nicky has given his all to the role, and I know how much time and effort he has put into his work with the players and staff.   These decisions are never easy, but I want to express my sincere appreciation for the professionalism and dedication he has shown throughout his time with us.   I wish Nicky and his family all the very best for the future.