BURNLEY are hoping to complete their first summer signing in the next few days.

Although the deal is yet to be finalised at this stage, the Clarets are hopeful they will soon add to their ranks.

The club, however, have played down links with young West Ham defender Matt Fry and Blackpool midfielder Keith Southern.

Clarke Carlisle was last night attempting to complete his move to Preston North End, recently relegated to League One, on a season-long loan.

The defender joined Burnley in 2007 but his Turf Moor contract is due to expire next summer, and he is expected to finalise his loan switch shortly.