Burnley has seen some players progress dramatically throughout their stay at Turf Moor.
Luca Koleosho is one player who has made significant progress since joining the Clarets, as has Josh Brownhill.
Maxime Esteve and James Trafford are two additional players whose value is likely to have improved since their arrival, with the duo emerging as vital characters behind one of Europe’s greatest defences.
Esteve was even thought to be the subject of a £20 million bid from Tottenham Hotspur during the latter stages of the January transfer window, and his worth is only expected to rise more in the coming months.
Scott Parker will not be concerned with the financial value of his squad, as his duty is to produce results on the pitch, but future sales of key players may allow him to spend a reasonable sum in the transfer market.
Focussing on player worth, we examine at another Clarets player whose market value has skyrocketed during his time in Lancashire.
Lyle Foster’s market value has risen 350% at Burnley
Lyle Foster joined the Clarets from Westerlo during the January 2023 transfer window.
He joined at a time when the team could have used additional firepower in their roster, while Michael Obafemi entered during the same window to provide extra competition up front.
Foster has proven to be a more successful purchase than Obafemi, even if the South African international had some time to adjust to life at Turf Moor.
Last season, however, he was able to contribute in the Premier League for a struggling side, despite missing part of the 2023/24 season due to heroically battling mental health concerns.
His efforts last season drew interest from Ipswich Town, who were extensively linked with a move for him during the 2024 summer transfer window.
This season, his effect has been reduced, not just due to an injury, but also because he has been forced to play on the left at times.
Despite his minimal influence, his market price has increased significantly after his move to Lancashire, from €2 million to €9 million.
That’s a stunning 350% increase.
Lyle Foster’s market value is only likely to increase
Foster may not be the main guy up top this season, but Parker has given him plenty of opportunities to impress.
This should help him gain confidence, allowing him to score several times between now and the end of the season.
And, given that he is only 24 years old, he should only improve, therefore it would not be surprising if his value exceeds €10 million sooner rather than later.
If he can get going, he might help the Clarets secure a top-two spot, especially given Parker’s team’s strong defensive record.
