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Cork returns to Burnley in academy coaching role

Former Burnley midfielder Jack Cork has returned to the club in an academy coach/player role.

The 35-year-old left the Clarets at the end of last season after seven years at Turf Moor, having previously spent time on loan from Chelsea.

The one-time England international will now assist under-21s head coach Andy Farrell and occasionally feature for the team.

“I missed it when I was away for a month or so and it’s nice to be back in the environment and be back involved in football now," he told the club website., external

“Because I’m new to this, I sometimes join in with some of the sessions which helps as I can see the picture earlier when I’m in there playing.