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Keane loss could be fatal for the Clarets

Sean Dyche's squad have had a busy schedule and it may take its toll
Sean Dyche's squad have had a busy schedule and it may take its tollCredit: Mark Runnacles

Burnley enjoyed upsetting the odds last season but the Clarets may not be toasting another successful Premier League campaign.

Sean Dyche's side were evens to go down at this stage last year and stayed up with a six-point buffer, although the recipe is there for a decent bet with a weakened team now at a bigger price.

Michael Keane's departure to Everton could be a fatal blow for Burnley's survival chances as the England centre-back was vital to a defensive record of only 55 goals conceded.

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