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Scott Parker is head coach of Burnley in the Championship, where he took charge in the 2023-24 season. The former England midfielder has established himself as one of the division's most respected tacticians, known for his organised, possession-based approach and ability to develop young talent within resource constraints.
Parker began his managerial career at Fulham in 2018, guiding the club to the Championship play-off final in his first season before leading them back to the Premier League via the play-offs the following year. He subsequently managed Bournemouth in the top flight before returning to Fulham, where he secured promotion to the Premier League again in 2021-22. As a player, Parker earned 18 caps for England and spent much of his career at clubs including Charlton Athletic, Newcastle United, West Ham United and Fulham, establishing himself as a committed, hard-working midfielder during two decades in professional football.
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