BURNLEY defender Peter Swan could become a Shakers player in the very near future if sources close to the Turf Moor club are anything to go by.

Both clubs are understood to be close to agreeing a deal and newly-installed Clarets boss Chris Waddle is resigned to losing the 30-year-old centre back who didn't travel with the club on their pre-season tour to Northern Ireland.

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