Burnley have reportedly held talks with the representatives of a player who scored in Europe against Chelsea last season, with another Premier League club also keen on him.
Parker positive despite Burnley defeat
The Clarets endured a sobering start to life back in the top flight on Saturday afternoon, losing 3-0 away to Tottenham and being reminded of the step up in class from the Championship.
That said, Burnley manager Scott Parker still managed to take some positives from the result, saying there was plenty that he liked from him team in north London.
"I thought there were plenty of positives to take, despite the defeat. We started slowly, we were really under pressure, but then after they got their noses in front, I thought we really grew into the game. There was a real impetus about us, we played on the front foot and looked a real threat, our reaction and endeavour was superb.
"The clinical and ruthless nature of the Premier League was then there for everyone to see just before the hour. We had two massive, massive chances, where we just weren't ruthless enough, and then they go up the other end, create a half-chance, and double their lead with a world class finish. They're the fine margins - that's this division really."
New signings between now and the end of August wouldn't go amiss for Burnley and a new update has now emerged regarding one potential addition.
Burnley hold talks to sign defender
According to TEAMtalk, Burnley have contacted the agents of FC Copenhagen defender Gabriel Pereira, as they look to strike a summer deal for him. Parker "is keen to bring in more defensive reinforcements", following the loss to Spurs.
The Clarets are battling Sunderland for the centre-back's signature, among others, but it looks as though they will both be unsuccessful in their quest to snap him up. That's because the report also states that the 25-year-old "wants to stay" at his current club for now.
Copenhagen centre-back Gabriel Pereira
There is no need to get carried away after a 3-0 loss to a Spurs side who are the reigning Europa League winners, with Burnley giving a good account of themselves at times.
That said, defensive additions are key, in terms of ensuring the Clarets have enough options at the back, and Pereira could be an astute signing.
The Brazilian has become an important player for Copenhagen, winning the Danish Superliga and cup last season, and he also scored against Chelsea in the UEFA Europa Conference League.
For now, it appears as though Pereira would rather stay put in Denmark, but the lure of the Premier League is great for most players, and the hope is that he will decide to move to Burnley instead.