Burnley midfielder Josh Benson is ‘thought’ to be a target for Barnsley but no deal is close yet.
Barnsley are keen to bring in a central midfielder before the start of the season and have identified the Premier League man as a potential addition, as per a report by the Barnsley Chronicle.
Benson, who is 21-years-old, is a wanted man in the Championship right now.
The likes of Luton Town, Millwall and Birmingham City have also been credited with an interest in a recent report by The Athletic.
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Benson, who is 20-years-old, has a decision to make on his future and whether he will get game time in the Premier League with Burnley remains to be seen.
He may fancy his chances of a move to the second tier to get more opportunities.
Benson spent time in the academy at Arsenal before moving to Burnley in 2018.
He has since been a regular for the Clarets at youth levels and has made 12 appearances for their first-team in all competitions.
The Essex-born midfielder has also spent time away on loan at Grimsby Town in League Two to gain experience.
He still has a few years left on his contract Turf Moor but is now on Barnsley’s radar, as well as the likes of Luton, Millwall and Birmingham.
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Thoughts?
Barnsley need more bodies in their squad and Benson fits their recent transfer policy.
It will be interesting to see if they make a move for him soon.