Patrick Bamford returns to Chelsea after loan spell with Burnley amid interest from Middlesbrough
- Patrick Bamford has been recalled by Premier League leaders Chelsea
- Striker was on loan at Burnley but struggled to break into first team
- Bamford has never played for Premier League leaders in his career so far
- He has been on loan at MK Dons, Derby, Crystal Palace and Norwich
Chelsea have recalled striker Patrick Bamford from his loan spell at Burnley.
There have been reports that Middlesbrough are keen on signing the 23-year-old.
Bamford had a spell on loan with the Teesside club in the 2014-2015 season during which time he scored 17 goals.
Patrick Bamford has returned to Chelsea after being recalled from his loan at Burnley
Middlesbrough have been reported as interested with Bamford enjoying success there
Bamford has never played for the current Premier League leaders. He has also spent time on loan at MK Dons, Derby, Crystal Palace and Norwich.
Burnley said in a tweet: 'Patrick Bamford has ended his loan spell with Burnley after being recalled by parent club Chelsea.'
Bamford has also been sent on loan to MK Dons, Derby, Crystal Palace and Norwich
The 23-year-old failed to break into Sean Dyche's first team plans during his time at Turf Moor.
Bamford found himself behind Sam Vokes and Andre Gray in the pecking order for the Clarets.
Chelsea are likely to attempt to find a new club for Bamford, with Middlesbrough a possible destination.
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