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Ian Mitchelmore

Michael Obafemi 'adamant' he wanted Burnley move as striker completes switch from Swansea City

Michael Obafemi has completed his move from Swansea City to Burnley.

The Clarets have long been admirers of the Republic of Ireland international and have officially signed the 22-year-old on loan.

Burnley hold the option to make the move permanent in the summer, and it's understood that is virtually certain to happen given the structure of the deal.

READ MORE: Burnley boss all but confirms Obafemi move as Barnes and Cornick expectations revealed amid Swansea City transfer interest

He joins Vincent Kompany's side in a switch that is expected to be worth up to £4m for the Swans.

Following his switch to Turf Moor, Obafemi stated he was determined to get his switch to Lancashire after being unable to join the club in the summer.

"I'm glad to be here. It's been a busy few days, but I am just glad that it's finally done now," he said.

"When I first heard of Burnley's interest in the summer I was adamant to come here, obviously it didn't happen then but now I'm here and I just can't wait to play in the claret and blue."

Obafemi netted 15 goals in 52 appearances for Swansea. He will wear the number 45 shirt at Turf Moor.

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