Vincent Kompany makes January transfer window claim as Burnley seek ‘final touch’ in front of goal

Vincent Kompany  acknowledges the challenging task of Burnley finding a player capable of providing the crucial “final touch” in front of goal during the upcoming January transfer window. Despite Burnley’s commendable performance against Liverpool on Boxing Day, where they narrowly lost 2-0 after having three opportunities to equalize, Kompany admitted that his team lacks the necessary ruthlessness in the attacking third. When questioned about the possibility of addressing this issue in the January transfer window, Kompany expressed skepticism, suggesting that acquiring players of the required caliber for the Premier League may be beyond Burnley’s financial reach.

Kompany highlighted the level of players needed in the Premier League, citing examples like Dominic Solanke and Raul Jimenez at Fulham who possess the desired qualities. However, he tempered expectations by emphasizing the realistic challenges Burnley faces in securing such players in the transfer market. Humorously, he hinted at the possibility of acquiring players from Liverpool’s squad if Jurgen Klopp were to offer them as Christmas presents. Nonetheless, Kompany stressed the importance of focusing on the development of existing players as a primary means of progression, while remaining open to any intelligent moves that could benefit the team.