Burnley appoint Lopez as chief football officer

Diego Lopez, 37, joins from Genoa as chief football officer with responsibility for recruitment and sporting structure.

Burnley have appointed Diego Lopez as their new chief football officer. The 37-year-old Spaniard arrives from Serie A side Genoa, where he held the same role overseeing football operations, recruitment and sporting structure.

The appointment comes after Burnley parted company with manager Nicky Hayen following a 4-1 defeat to Lincoln City on Saturday. The club sits 22nd in the Championship with just one win in 12 games this season.

Chairman Alan Pace said Lopez was chosen for his "deep experience in recruitment and player development, a strong knowledge of European markets" and ability to strengthen the club long-term. Lopez has previously worked as head scout at Monaco, Lille and Bordeaux, and held a director of sport role at RC Lens. He left Genoa in early October.