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Ruled out for Sunday Burke (Achilles) won't play in the season finale against Fulham on Sunday, manager Rob Edwards told media during his pre-match press conference Friday.

Impact Burke played 87 minutes in the 3-1 loss at West Ham in the previous round, and the defender won't be available for the season finale. Burke was a regular for the Hatters all season long, making 20 starts out of his 22 appearances. He racked up four assists, 37 tackles and 73 clearances on the season.

MAY 17 • ROTOWIRE

Suspension looms Burke generated one cross (zero accurate) and three tackles in Saturday's 3-1 defeat to West Ham United. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 79th minute.

Impact Burke contributed a strong defensive shift Saturday, adding four clearances and an interception to the aforementioned three tackles (two won). However, his being booked in the 79th minute means he will miss the Luton Town finale next Sunday versus Fulham due to suspension, having received his fifth yellow card.

MAY 12 • ROTOWIRE

On scoresheet Burke assisted once to go with zero corners and two chances created in Saturday's 2-1 defeat to Wolverhampton.

Impact Burke recorded his fourth goal of the season to contribute to the lone goal on the day Saturday. He's also made three assists in just the last 10 matches, generating 37 clearances, 17 tackles and 12 blocks in that span.

APRIL 29 • ROTOWIRE

Makes starting XI Burke (undisclosed) is in the starting XI for Saturday's match against Manchester City.

Impact Burke is a surprise starter Saturday after not training in the buildup to Saturday's match. The defender makes his second consecutive start having compiled 16 clearances in his last four appearances.

APRIL 13 • ROTOWIRE

Not training Burke (undisclosed) has not trained ahead of Saturday's trip to Manchester City, according to manager Rob Edwards."We've got seven centre halves at this club and not one has traine...

Impact Burke is not in training and could leave Luton Town heading to the toughest match of the season without a single fit center-back. The defender has reportedly been playing through tremendous pain, but it seems he may not even be able to play through the pain for Saturday's clash.

APRIL 12 • ROTOWIRE

Back in starting XI Burke (undisclosed) is in the starting XI for Luton's match against Bournemouth on Saturday.

Impact Burke returns after missing mid week action against Arsenal due to an injury. The defender had started five straight matches prior to Wednesday's absence and has two assists in that timeframe.

APRIL 6 • ROTOWIRE

Could be pushed to return Burke (undisclosed) could be pushed to return for Saturday's match against Bournemouth, according to manager Rob Edwards.

Impact Burke was specifically mentioned by Edwards, but his injury isn't believed to be serious and he'd be a player who could be back in the XI after going 45 minutes last weekend. Luton Town are desperate for bodies on the pitch and as long as it's not a severe injury, Burke could be an option to get back in the squad, likely taking the spot of Daiki Hashioka or Fred Onyedinma in the XI.

APRIL 4 • ROTOWIRE

Out Wednesday Burke (undisclosed) is out for Wednesday's match against Arsenal.

Impact Burke's injury he picked up over the weekend seems to be somewhat of an issue, as he is being held out for Wednesday's contest after coming off early against Tottenham due to an undisclosed issue. This is an issue for the club, as he is a regular starter when healthy, with Daiki Hashioka replacing him at center-back. Burke will now hope for a return in the club's next contest against Bournemouth on Saturday, looking to limit his time on the sidelines after an extended absence earlier this season due to a different injury.

APRIL 3 • ROTOWIRE

Forced off field Burke was forced off the field in the 46th minute of Saturday's match against Tottenham after appearing to have picked up an injury.

Impact Burke looks to be possibly heading back to the sidelines once again, appearing to have suffered an injury just 10 games after returning from an 11-game spell out. This could be a brutal loss for the club, as he is a top defender for the team, and they are currently fighting a battle with the relegation zone. We will now have to wait for further testing after the match, with Daiki Hashioka taking his place on the field for the time being.

MARCH 30 • ROTOWIRE

Registers assist Burke picked up an assist in Saturday's 1-1 draw against Nottingham Forest.

Impact Burke registered his second assist in four games and his third overall for the season when he headed down a corner for the late equalizer. The centre-back has started the last four games, having regained full fitness after more than two months out with a hamstring injury.

MARCH 18 • ROTOWIRE

Provides assist in loss Burke assisted once to go with two shots (two on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 3-2 loss versus Aston Villa. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 38th minute.

Impact Burke notched his second assist of the season in the 66th minute as he helped score the first goal of the match. The defender returned to the starting XI after being on the bench the previous two games while still nursing a hamstring injury.

MARCH 4 • ROTOWIRE

On bench to face Burnley Burke (hamstring) is on the bench for Friday's match against Burnley.

Impact Burke is finally back on the team sheet for Luton, ending a 10-match absence due to an ongoing hamstring issue. The defender started in all but one match before encountering the injury, so there is a chance he will return to the starting XI for the club's next contest against Brighton on Jan. 30. He should get some time off the bench against Burnely, testing his legs after such a long time away from play.

JANUARY 12 • ROTOWIRE

Nearing return Burke (hamstring) is back in training and nearing a return, but he won't be available to face Bolton Wanderers on Sunday, manager Rob Edwards confirmed during his pre-match press c...

Impact Burke was spotted in Friday's training session, but he won't have enough fitness in him to face Bolton. This means his next chance to return to action will be against Burnley on Jan. 15 once the Premier League resumes.

JANUARY 5 • ROTOWIRE

Not ready for Sunday Burke (hamstring) is not in the squad to face Manchester City on Sunday.

Impact Burke misses out for the seventh straight match, though he was deemed close to a return in the buildup to Sunday's clash. Alfie Doughty lines up at right-back with Issa Kabore loan-locked and Ryan Giles enters the XI.

DECEMBER 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Close to return Burke (hamstring) is close to a return ahead of Sunday's clash with Manchester City, according to manager Rob Edwards. "very, very close"

Impact Burke will hope to make his return though after such a serious injury he would likely only be a bench option, even if deemed eligible for the return. The defender could take over at right-back for Sunday's match since Issa Kabore is loan-locked against his parent club.

DECEMBER 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Not ready to return Burke (hamstring) won't return for Sunday's clash with Liverpool, Luton Town announced.

Impact Burke isn't quite ready to return, though he appears to be nearing a chance to get back on the pitch. With Amari'i Bell (hamstring) also sidelined it means Teden Mengi could be in line for another start as Luton are forced into a makeshift backline once more. Burke's last chance to return before the break will come against Manchester United on Nov. 11.

NOVEMBER 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Won't face Aston Villa Burke won't play against Aston Villa on Saturday due to a hamstring injury.

Impact Losing Burke is huge for the Hatters, as the defender has logged seven starts and eight appearances in the early stages of the 2023/24 Premier League, and this match comes too soon for him after picking up the hamstring issue against Nottingham Forest on Oct. 21. Amari'i Bell is sidelined as well, so Teden Mengi and Gabriel Osho are in contention to move to the starting lineup, with Mengi already being in the XI last week against the Trick Trees. Burke's next chance to play will come against Liverpool on Nov. 5.

OCTOBER 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up injury Saturday Burke was subbed off due to an undisclosed injury in Saturday's 2-2 draw against Nottingham Forest.

Impact Burke left the game in the second half when the Hatters were down 1-0, but ultimately, the team managed to mount a comeback and secure a 2-2 draw. Burke will be assessed in the coming days to see whether he'll be available to face Aston Villa next Sunday.

OCTOBER 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Assists in long bench appearance Burke assisted once to go with one shot (one on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Tuesday's 2-1 defeat versus Burnley. In addition, he was given a yellow c...

Impact Burke did not start Tuesday's game but played most of it after replacing an injured Amari'i Bell in the 21st minute. Burke was dealing with his own injury after subbing off at halftime of Saturday's game versus Everton but played through the injury well enough to record his first assist of the season Tuesday. He also picked up his first yellow card of the season in the 59th minute for a bad foul.

OCTOBER 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Reece Burke: Luton Town 'made it too easy' for Burnley | Premier League

OCTOBER 4, 2023 • YOUTUBE

Playing through groin pain Burke was forced off at half time of Saturday's win against Everton but is available for Tuesday's match against Burnley, according to manager Rob Edwards. "It's just that groin ar...

Impact Burke has started the last five league matches, but there's a decent chance he isn't pushed Tuesday on a short week with Mads Juel Andersen available to start. Burke has found a starting spot to open the season after dealing with injuries throughout the last campaign but as Edwards said, he gives a little too much effort at times and that leads to injuries.

OCTOBER 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starting versus Chelsea Burke (undisclosed) will be in the starting XI to face Chelsea on Friday.

Impact Burke will make his season debut for Luton after having missed the opening-day clash with Brighton. Last season, Burke made 15 starts in 22 Championship contests for the club, in which he tallied two goals on two shots (two on target), 66 clearances and 25 tackles. While Burke should rack up plenty of defensive stats, his offensive upside is limited at best.

AUGUST 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Back in training Burke (undisclosed) was pictured on the training grounds ahead of Friday's match against Chelsea.

Impact Burke returned to the grass Tuesday after missing the opening match in Aug 12 with an undisclosed injury. If all goes well in training, the defender could be in contention for the squad sheet Friday. He made 15 starts in 22 appearances with Luton Tow in the EFL last season, totaling two goals and 66 clearances.

AUGUST 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Set to miss opener Burke (undisclosed) is set to miss the Premier League opener against Brighton, manager Rob Edwards told reporters. "We really want to get them back quickly but we can't rush and it...

Impact Burke suffered the injury during a closed doors friendly so it's not clear how serious the injury is. That said he is expected to miss multiple weeks and is likely to miss at the very least the Premier League opener. Burke could return as soon as an Aug. 19 clash with Burnley.

AUGUST 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Extends contract with Luton Town Burke has signed a long-term contract extension with Luton Town, the club announced Monday.

Impact Burke has scored five goals in 152 appearances across six different campaigns in the Championship with Wigan, Bolton, Hull City and Luton Town, and the 26-year-old center-back is now ready to return to the Premier League for the first time since 2014/15.

JULY 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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