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Axel Tuanzebe began his senior career at Manchester United before making a permanent switch to Ipswich in 2023 Burnley have signed centre-back Axel Tuanzebe on a free transfer following the expiry of his contract with Ipswich Town. Tuanzebe made 45 appearances in all competitions for the Tractor Boys and was influential in their promotion to the Premier League during the 2023-24 campaign. The 27-year-old made 22 top-flight appearances last season and has decided to remain in the Premier League with newly promoted Burnley rather than sign a new deal with Ipswich. The DR Congo defender has reportedly, external signed a one-year deal at Turf Moor and becomes head coach Scott Parker's third summer signing. He follows Netherlands left-back Quilindschy Hartman and goalkeeper Max Weiss to the club. "It became a very simple decision after speaking to the manager and the message was very clear, precise and straight to the point, " said Tuanzebe. "It's a new chapter for me, back in the vicinity of Manchester and home and I'm ready to continue my journey now at Burnley. " Tuanzebe began his senior career with Manchester United and was an England age-group international before switching his allegiance to his native DR Congo. The defender has won three caps for his country and is likely to feature in this year's Africa Cup of Nations, which begins in December. Burnley begin their Premier League campaign at Tottenham on Saturday, 16 August (15: 00 BST). Man City put five past Juventus in Club World Cup The end of one of football's great full-back duos - where do they rank? Head and Webster dig in to slow West Indies charge Cillian Murphy stars in 28 Days Later David Harewood on the impact of his psychosis documentary Who was behind the infamous robbery of Kim Kardashian? Maisie and Suzi's guide to the 2025 Women's Euros The end of one of football's great full-back duos - where do they rank? Every kit for Euro 2025 - pick your favourite The Commonwealth Games swimmer who might not see 40 Sir Gareth joins the greats as football's seventh knighted manager The chase is on - why no team can feel safe against Stokes' England Will 'sport's best dressed officials' be missed at Wimbledon? Euro 2025: How have England evolved? What are Wales' chances? England chase 371 to seal brilliant win against India in first Test Video England chase 371 to seal brilliant win against India in first Test 'Like talking to Andy Murray' - impressionist quizzes tennis stars. Video'Like talking to Andy Murray' - impressionist quizzes tennis stars In Pictures: Sporting photos of the week Who is the most iconic British & Irish Lion of all time? Which drivers are in danger of losing their seat for 2026? How Draper became a genuine Wimbledon contender Fleetwood's stumble gives US Bradley-sized Ryder Cup headache Which young players could light up Euro 2025? What do you remember about the 2013 Lions tour? Have the Club World Cup's innovations been good or bad? Copyright © 2025 BBC. The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. Read about our approach to external linking.