Burnley have signed Slovakia goalkeeper Martin Dubravka from Newcastle United on a one-year contract, for an undisclosed payment.

The 36-year-old initially joined the Magpies on mortgage from Sparta Prague in January 2018 and stored 51 clear sheets in 179 appearances in all competitions throughout his seven-and-a-half years at St James’ Park.

He performed a key position in Newcastle’s Carabao Cup win final season, maintaining three clear sheets, together with in every leg of the semi-final victory over Arsenal.

Burnley had been wanting to interchange James Trafford, 22, who rejoined Manchester Metropolis in July in a deal which the Clarets say is a brand new file payment for a British goalkeeper.

“I’ve solely heard actually constructive issues in regards to the membership, the tradition and the surroundings we work in,” Dubravka advised Burnley’s web site., exterior

The Lancashire facet have been promoted to the Premier League after happening a 33-game unbeaten run in 2024-25 and reaching 100 factors within the Championship. Nevertheless, they simply missed out on the title to Leeds United on objective distinction.

Dubravka added: “Burnley had a improbable marketing campaign final season, constructed on an outstanding defensive file, and I am unable to wait to return in and add my expertise and high quality to what seems an thrilling squad of gamers.”