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Lyle Foster: Burnley striker ruled out over mental health issue

Burnley top scorer Lyle Foster has been ruled out for an indefinite period of time because of a recurrence of a mental health issue.

Foster, 23, first spoke about suffering with depression in July and has reached out to the club again for support.

South African Foster has scored three goals and had two assists this season.

In a statement, Burnley said: "On behalf of Lyle Foster and his family, they have asked us to share with you an update on Lyle's illness."

It added: "Recently, Lyle let us know that he continues to live with issues around his mental wellbeing and has reached out for help.