He made the senior bench for the first time in the Championship game against Bristol City at Turf Moor in December 2007, appearing as a late substitute.

And in January 2008, Jay joined Scottish First Division side Stirling Albion on a long-term loan until the 2007/08 season.

After training with the Clarets team during the week the teen travelled up to Scotland to play for Stirling at the weekend.

The move was a positive one by Burnley boss Owen Coyle giving Rodriguez regular first team football, experience and in-turn making him a better player.

Jay will be hoping to impress the Burnley boss and cement himself in the Burnley starting line-up in the 2008/09 season

A skilful attacking player who arrived at the club from Barden High School in Burnley, Jay has progressed through the ranks.

Jay was offered a professional contract at Turf Moor ahead of the 2007/08 season and celebrated with a goal on his senior debut in a pre-season friendly at Wrexham in July.

The teenage striker was the only second year apprentice retained with the Clarets following the 2006/07 season, after starting at the Centre of Excellence for several seasons and becoming a regular in the youth team.