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Martin Dubravka kept five clean sheets in the Premier League last season Burnley have signed Slovakia goalkeeper Martin Dubravka from Newcastle United on a one-year contract, for an undisclosed fee. The 36-year-old initially joined the Magpies on loan from Sparta Prague in January 2018 and kept 51 clean sheets in 179 appearances in all competitions during his seven-and-a-half years at St James' Park. He played a key role in Newcastle's Carabao Cup win last season, keeping three clean sheets, including in each leg of the semi-final victory over Arsenal. Burnley had been looking to replace James Trafford, 22, who rejoined Manchester City in July in a deal which the Clarets say is a new record fee for a British goalkeeper. "I've only heard really positive things about the club, the culture and the environment we work in, " Dubravka told Burnley's website. , external The Lancashire side were promoted to the Premier League after going on a 33-game unbeaten run in 2024-25 and reaching 100 points in the Championship. However, they just missed out on the title to Leeds United on goal difference. Dubravka added: "Burnley had a fantastic campaign last season, built on a superb defensive record, and I can't wait to come in and add my experience and quality to what looks an exciting squad of players. " Latest Burnley news, analysis and fan views Get Burnley news sent straight to your phone Ex-Man Utd star Mc Tominay nominated for Ballon d'Or Al-Hilal agree £46m deal for Liverpool's Nunez Ballon d'Or 2025 nominees: Mc Tominay plus eight Premier League stars up for award A legendary automotive dream, stalled by scandal and greed The latest update on the George Gibney case James May flies to the edge of space in a U2 spy plane Rob Ince speaks about his new ADHD diagnosis My 30-year-old world record 'not a good sign for athletics' - Edwards When England won by two runs - the greatest ever Test match? Video When England won by two runs - the greatest ever Test match? Newcastle's summer of frustration - what's going on? When do top European leagues start - and who will star? Brave complete nail-biting win over Originals. Video Brave complete nail-biting win over Originals Debt, delays & desperation - how Sheff Wed crisis impacts fans Why is it so hard to break into the NFL? Meet post-grad medic who stunned Muir at UK Champs From Premier League title to yo-yo club - Leicester's unforgettable decade Bring back the Delap delivery - how to make throw-ins a weapon Man Utd, Newcastle. .. or neither? Sesko's choices 'Winning the Ashes would be Stokes' greatest miracle' How will Russell feel about Mercedes contract saga? How to win at FPL - our experts give their best tips Lions tour awards - best player, moment and try, and a word on the Welshman. .. 'One of the great Test matches' - India earn series draw with narrow win. Video'One of the great Test matches' - India earn series draw with narrow win 'I needed to get myself together' - Fitzpatrick on finding form Becky Zerlentes - the first female boxer to die in fight in US Hansie Cronje, match-fixing and plane crash that left a complex legacy Copyright © 2025 BBC. The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. Read about our approach to external linking.