Burnley signs Ireland Finn Jamie Finn on free deal to boost side

Burnley have secured Republic of Ireland midfielder Jamie Finn on a free transfer, signing her to a two‑year contract that runs until the summer of 2026. The 28‑year‑old joins the women’s side at Turf Moor after departing Sunderland earlier this summer.

The move was confirmed by the Clarettes on their official website this afternoon, confirming Finn’s arrival on a contract that runs until the summer of 2026.

Burnley pursued Finn for her extensive experience in the Barclays WSL2, noting her four seasons at that level with Birmingham City and Sunderland. The club highlighted her solid grounding in the English women’s game as a key factor in the signing.

Finn’s four seasons in the Barclays WSL2 have given her a reliable track record, having featured regularly for both Birmingham City and Sunderland. Those campaigns have equipped her with the tactical awareness and physical resilience required for Burnley’s ambitions.

Earlier in her career, Finn made a brief appearance for Birmingham City in the Barclays Women’s Super League, exposing her to top‑flight competition. Those early days in the Midlands helped shape her development as a midfielder.

On the international stage, Finn has earned 22 caps for the Republic of Ireland and is still awaiting her first goal for the national side. Her international experience adds further depth to Burnley’s midfield options.

After completing the move, Finn said, “I’m very excited to be here and I’m happy to sign for this club. It’s a massive club with a lot of history. The conversations that I’ve had with the club and the management team have been very positive. Their ambitions are really good, and I want to be part of that. I think it’s a professional environment that I can really progress in. You come in every day wanting to work hard, so to have the facilities that we do here will make that even easier.”

Burnley’s women’s department sees the midfielder as a key addition to its squad, emphasizing her role in the club’s recruitment strategy that focuses on experienced internationals. The signing reflects the club’s ambition to compete at a higher level ahead of the new season.

Finn’s two‑year contract, running to summer 2026, provides Burnley with a seasoned international while offering Finn a professional environment to further her career.