Former Crystal Palace owner Simon Jordan believes selling Chris Wood to Newcastle United has ultimately cost Burnley their place in the Premier League. In January, the Magpies were desperate for a striker after firing a blank during their shock FA Cup exit to Cambridge.
A lengthy injury to first-choice Callum Wilson forced United into the transfer market for a new striker. With little time to waste, the Saudi-backed consortium triggered a £25million release clause to snatch Wood from their relegation rivals.
Burnley quickly moved to replace the New Zealand international by signing Wout Weghorst for half the price. However, the former Wolfsburg man has struggled since his arrival - bagging just one goal.