Burnley hand out new contract to FOURTH new player since returning to the Premier League
The 24-year-old has committed his future to the Clarets by signing a new four-year deal, which will keep him at Turf Moor until 2027.
It comes after Manuel Benson, Josh Cullen and Anass Zaroury all penned new deals following Burnley’s promotion from the Championship
Manager Vincent Kompany also agreed a new five-year contract back in May following Burnley’s incredible title win.
I’m really pleased to extend my contract here,” Vitinho said.
“I have enjoyed every minute of being at Burnley and can’t wait to see what the future holds.
“The fans have been amazing to me and made me feel welcome ever since I joined. I look forward to making more special memories with them.”
Vitinho, who has made three appearances in all competitions so far this season, arrived in East Lancashire last summer after joining from Belgian side Cercle Brugge for an undisclosed fee.
The Brazilian defender played 41 times across his first campaign with the Clarets, helping Kompany’s men earn promotion back to the top flight.
Cullen signed a new three-year deal in August, while Benson and Zaroury agreed four and five-year contracts respectively.
All three played a starring role for Burnley in the second tier last season and it’s clear to see the club promotes a policy of tying down their biggest and best assets to longer contracts.
Alongside the contract renewals, the club also brought in 15 new players during the summer transfer window.
