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Burnley hit a snag as they struggle to complete a deal for Borussia Dortmund youngster Soumaila Coulibaly... but are boosted by the return of Wout Weghorst after his Man United loan

Burnley's pursuit of Borussia Dortmund defender Soumaila Coulibaly has hit a hitch that could rule the defender out of a move.

Vincent Kompany's newly-promoted Premier League hopefuls were aiming to sign-off a transfer for the highly-rated youngster and had agreed to complete a deal.

Initial terms had seen Burnley accept an initial loan that would also include a £15million obligation to buy at the end of that period.

The 19-year-old had completed his medical with last season's Championship victors, however, there is now a fear that the deal may fall through as pre-season preparations ramp up.