Burnley are among four clubs bidding to sign Denis Suárez, the former Arsenal and Manchester City midfielder, according to Marca.
The 31-year-old is currently at Villarreal but looks set to move on after a season in which he struggled to make a lasting impact. Burnley’s approach comes as Scott Parker looks to add midfield depth before the transfer deadline, though they face competition from Alavés, Al Riyadh and Celta Vigo — the latter would mark Suárez’s third spell at his boyhood club.
Suárez’s Premier League Past
Suárez moved to Manchester City from Celta Vigo’s youth system in 2011 but failed to break into the first team. He later returned to Barcelona and enjoyed spells at Villarreal before a 2019 loan to Arsenal, where he made only a handful of appearances before injury cut short his Premier League stay.
Now 31, his career has been a patchwork of moves across Spain, with flashes of quality but few sustained runs at the top level.
2024/25 Villarreal Stats
| Stat (2024/25) | Denis Suárez |
|---|---|
| Appearances | 23 |
| Starts | 7 |
| Minutes Played | 619 |
| Goals | 1 |
| Assists | 1 |
| Big Chances Created | 3 |
| Key Passes per game | 0.7 |
source: sofascore match data – 27 August 2025
The figures underline Suárez’s reduced role at Villarreal: plenty of cameos off the bench, but limited output in goals and assists.
Analyst Verdict
FootballPlace analyst John William believes Burnley’s offer reflects Parker’s desire for experience:
“Burnley’s midfield is functional but lacks creativity. Suárez has struggled at Arsenal and City before, but at 31 he still brings technical quality. For Parker, it’s about adding a different profile to the squad — someone who can keep the ball and find a pass in tight spaces.”
He added: “The risk is obvious. His minutes at Villarreal were limited, and his numbers don’t suggest he’ll transform a side. But for Burnley, in a relegation battle, experience and depth could make the difference.”
Key Insights
- Burnley, Alavés, Al Riyadh and Celta Vigo have made offers.
- Suárez has already played for both Manchester City and Arsenal.
- 23 Villarreal appearances last season, only 7 starts.
- Created 3 big chances, averaging 0.7 key passes per game.
- A return to Celta Vigo would be his third spell at the club.
What’s Next
Talks are expected to accelerate this week, with Suárez weighing up whether to return to Spain with Celta, stay in La Liga with Alavés, take a lucrative move to Al Riyadh, or accept Burnley’s Premier League challenge.
For Parker’s side, who remain short of creativity and depth, this deal could be one of their final plays before the deadline.
Would Denis Suárez be a smart low-cost signing for Burnley — or is he past his Premier League level?
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