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Burnley prepare for Premier League return by breaking transfer record to lure £7.5m Belgium star Steven Defour

Burnley are set to complete their biggest signing of the summer, Belgium midfielder Steven Defour, after agreeing a £7.5million fee with Anderlecht.

Defour, 28, will join Sean Dyche’s side on a four-year contract subject to a medical planned for Monday.

The former Standard Liege and Porto player has been watched by Dyche and identified as an important addition to his midfield for Burnley’s first season back in the Premier League.

Steven Defour, capped 46 times by Belgium, will bring pedigree to Burnley's midfield
Steven Defour, capped 46 times by Belgium, will bring pedigree to Burnley's midfield
Defour will arrive at Turf Moor from Anderlecht for a club record u00a37.5m
Defour will arrive at Turf Moor from Anderlecht for a club record £7.