Burnley Boss Scott Parker Leaves Club After Premier League Relegation
Burnley head coach Scott Parker has left his position by mutual consent following the club’s relegation from the English Premier League, the club announced on Thursday.
In a statement, Burnley confirmed that Parker and the club’s management agreed his tenure at Turf Moor would come to an end after just one season back in the top flight.
Parker, who signed a three-year contract in July 2024, had successfully guided Burnley back to the Premier League after an impressive Championship campaign that included a 31-match unbeaten run and 30 clean sheets.
However, the club struggled in the 2025/26 Premier League season, winning only four matches and conceding 68 goals in 34 league games. Relegation was confirmed on April 22 following a 1–0 defeat to Manchester City.
Burnley also suffered early exits from both the FA Cup and League Cup at the hands of lower-league opposition.
The club expressed appreciation for Parker’s contributions, describing his time at Burnley as professional and committed, and thanking him for leading the team back to the Premier League.
Parker, 45, who has previously managed Fulham, Bournemouth, and Club Brugge, said it was an “immense privilege” to manage the club. He added that stepping down was the right decision for both sides.
Burnley confirmed that assistant coach Mike Jackson will take charge for the remaining fixtures of the season, while the club has already begun the process of appointing a new permanent head coach ahead of the 2026/27 campaign.
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