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Bellamy 'committed' to Wales after Burnley talks

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Craig Bellamy, currently in charge of the Wales national team, held discussions with Championship side Burnley regarding their managerial vacancy following Scott Parker's departure. Despite the talks, Bellamy has made clear he remains fully committed to leading Wales, quelling speculation about a potential move back to club football. The former Wales international has been in the role since 2024 and is preparing the squad for upcoming international fixtures.

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Craig Bellamy's public reaffirmation of commitment to Wales ends a brief but notable flirtation with a return to the club dugout at Burnley. For Welsh football, stability at the top matters — Bellamy has built a young, vibrant squad and his departure mid-cycle would have disrupted the team's trajectory ahead of key fixtures. The episode also reflects the growing demand for his services in the English leagues, a mark of how far his reputation has grown since taking the Wales job.

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