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Can Wells have a part to play for Burnley after scoring for U23s?

Burnley Manager Sean Dyche looks on prior to the Premier League match between Brighton and Hove Albion and Burnley at Amex Stadium on December 16, ...
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The striker has yet to feature for the Burnley first-team.

Nahki Wells of Burnley walks out to take a look around the stadium prior to the Premier League match between Brighton and Hove Albion and Burnley at Amex Stadium on December 16, 2017 in...

It’s safe to say that Nahki Wells’ Burnley career hasn’t gone to plan so far.

The striker joined Burnley from Huddersfield Town late in the summer transfer window but has yet to make a senior appearance for his new club, with an injury that he suffered shortly after his arrival hampering his progress.

Wells is determined to make an impact for Burnley and has been named on the bench for the club in the Premier League recently.

Nahki Wells of Huddersfield Town is tackled by Cyrus Christie of Derby County during the Sky Bet Championship match between Derby County and Huddersfield Town at iPro Stadium on April 17,...

The 27-year-old enhanced his case for involvement by finding the net in a behind closed doors U23 friendly against Ipswich Town this week, with Jonathan Walters also on target in a 2-1 win, as reported by the club’s official website.

With Burnley playing well, it could be difficult for Wells to force his way into the starting lineup, with Chris Wood a useful outlet up front even though he hasn’t been especially prolific this season.

Nahki Wells of Huddersfield Town is put under pressure from Tom Lees of Sheffield Wednesday during the Sky Bet Championship Play Off Semi Final 1st leg match between Huddersfield Town and...

However, given that Burnley have a host of fixtures to come over the next few weeks, Wells could be provided with chances to prove himself and turn his spell at the club into a successful one.