Liverpool bank on Burnley’s Barnes to derail City title bid
Burnley's Ashley Barnes, James Tarkowski and Ashley Westwood celebrate after the match against Chelsea, April 22, 2019. ― Reuters pic
Barnes was caught on camera laughing in the face of Chelsea's Mateo Kovacic as the midfielder complained during the 2-2 draw at Stamford Bridge on Monday, the image going viral among online Burnley supporters. After getting his initial chance in the professional game with Plymouth Argyle, Barnes's breakthrough came at Brighton & Hove Albion, then in League One, who he helped win promotion to the Championship in 2011.
The Burnley manager was a central defender during his playing career at clubs such as Chesterfield and Millwall and he understands how Barnes can affect the minds of his markers.
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