The Burnley striker has been linked with a surprise move to Chelsea.
Ashley Barnes has been linked with a surprise move to Chelsea, but losing the striker in this transfer window would represent a significant blow for Burnley.
Chelsea are interested in signing Barnes as they look to bring in a new striker, as reported by The Daily Express.
Barnes may not be the most prolific player but he is an important part of the Burnley side, especially with Chris Wood missing through injury.
This season Barnes has scored three goals in the Premier League for Burnley, while he has consistently worked hard up front and caused difficulty for opposing defenders with his clever movement.
If Burnley were to sell Barnes then they would be able to reinvest some or all of the money that they receive on a new striker, but they would have a very limited timeframe to sign such a player before the window closes.
Burnley are eager to secure a top ten finish in the Premier League but fulfilling that objective would be made considerably difficult if Barnes was to depart and they shouldn’t consider letting him leave, especially at this stage of the season.
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