Striker Andrew Cole has turned down the possibility of extending his stay at Turf Moor following negotiations with manager Owen Coyle.

The former Manchester United and England striker has enjoyed a successful loan spell with the Clarets scoring 6 goals in 13 appearances.

Despite being released from Sunderland earlier in the month, the Burnley boss new it would be difficult to capture the signing of the hitman and wished him success in the future.

''We loved working with him and I think he loved it at the football club, but he had a decision to make and he's made it, which he is within his rights to do," said Coyle.

''The bottom line is the deals not suitable to him.''