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Burnley grant Lyle Foster an extended leave of absence with the Clarets top scorer visiting specialists to look after his mental health

Burnley have given striker Lyle Foster an extended leave of absence to look after his mental health.

The 23-year-old, who is the club’s top scorer this season, has missed their last three Premier League games and is visiting specialists to overcome his illness.

Foster signed for the Clarets in January from Belgian side Westerlo and has impressed despite Burnley’s tough return to the top flight.

The South Africa international has said he has dealt with depression and anxiety in the past.

‘Recently, Lyle let us know that he continues to live with issues around his mental well-being and has reached out for help,’ a Burnley statement read.