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Former West Ham and Leicester target James Tarkowski reveals he WON'T sign a new Burnley contract because their offer was 'nowhere near good enough' as he pushes for a move away

Burnley defender James Tarkowski insists he will not sign a contract extension, claiming the club's offer was 'nowhere near good enough.'

The 27-year-old centre back was subject of interest from West Ham and Leicester over the summer, with the Hammers having a bid in the region of £30m rejected by Burnley.

Tarkowski's deal does not expire until the summer of 2022 but despite re-iterating that he will not currently sign a new contract, he will continue to train and play to the best of his ability.

James Tarkowski is refusing to sign an extension at Burnley, with his contract expiring in 2022
But the 27-year-old centre back will continue to be a professional and perform to his maximum

'Burnley offered me a contract near the start of last season, which, for me personally, it was nowhere near what I was going to sign and I think the club understood,' the England international told The Telegraph.