The 28-year-old, who became a fully fledged Claret in July after a loan spell at Turf Moor, has scored twice already in the three games played in the pre season Isle of Man tournament.

The former Manchester City man powered home a header against Wrexham in the opening game and then doubled his account against Oldham after turning Shaun Garnett and firing into the net from 12 yards out on Wednesday night.

He will have been aiming to hit the target again this afternoon when Burnley take on Second Division Wrexham in the final of the tournament.

And, although Taylor hasn't set himself any targets for this season, the early form is looking promising for the frontman.

"The highest I have scored in a season is around 15 or 20 as I don't think I have ever played a full season," admitted Taylor.

"I never set myself targets but if I get anywhere near that, that would be brilliant."

With the addition of Taylor and more recently Greek Under 21 international frontman Dimitri Papadopoulos the battle for places up front at Turf Moor is certainly hotting up.

Scoring goals was the problem at Burnley last season with the Clarets the lowest scorers in the top 11 -- a couple more would have sealed them the final play-off spot.

Andy Payton finished as top scorer with 14 while £1m buy Ian Moore also finished on 14 -- with six for Burnley following his move from Stockport County.

Taylor certainly did make an impression scoring four times in his 12 games for the Clarets during his loan spell -- including one in that well-remembered 2-1 victory over champions Fulham at Turf Moor. Now the race will be on for the five frontmen -- which also include Tony Ellis who has signed a three month deal at Turf Moor -- to make sure they secure one of the two or three starting places up front for the Clarets.

"Five strikers is certainly a change from last season where the gaffer was struggling up front," said Taylor.

"He could have played John Mullin as a striker if necessary but now he has got plenty of choice.

"There is good competition for places and there will need to be as many strikers as possible to see us through this season.

"It does put the pressure on having the competition but most players thrive on pressure.

"If you have people pressing for places you know you have to do the business and perform as there is someone else waiting to take your place.

"It is healthy."

The Burnley side are due to land home tonight and then play Everton on Tuesday night followed by Chelsea next Saturday ahead of the big kick off at Sheffield Wednesday.