Barnsley striker Oli McBurnie, currently on loan from Swansea City, has made an immediate impression on the second tier.
Then Barnsley boss Paul Heckingbottom faced fierce competition from Rangers to complete the signing in January, though it’s new head coach Jose Morais who claims he’s “lucky to have him”.
Swans manager Carlos Carvalhal allowed Oli McBurnie to complete a switch to the Tykes in January, following a failed move on deadline day last summer.
Since his arrival from the bench away at QPR, McBurnie has found the net four times in five matches, including a brace in a crucial relegation six-pointer at Birmingham City.
Following 16 goals in 18 games at U23 level last season, a handful of Championship clubs held an interest in the 21-year-old’s signature.
Although the Scottish striker had featured for his parent club a handful of times, the arrival of Andre Ayew saw him drop down the pecking order. That was in spite of 10 goals in seven games for the U23s this campaign.
Blessed with terrific composure, remarkable desire and an outstanding attitude, McBurnie has the talent to be Barnsley’s hero in their quest for second division survival.
While his parent club remain in a Premier League relegation battle and a number of clubs monitor his progression, McBurnie can unquestionably be a Championship hit next term.
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