Burnley have revealed striker Lyle Foster is receiving specialist care regarding mental health issues.
The South Africa international, who has scored three goals in eight games this season, “reached out for help”, according to Burnley, who added they are doing “all we can to provide everything he needs to get better”.
In a statement, the Clarets said: “On behalf of Lyle Foster and his family, they have asked us to share with you an update on Lyle’s illness.
“Recently, Lyle let us know that he continues to live with issues around his mental wellbeing and has reached out for help.
“He is currently in the care of specialists – giving him the support and care he needs to help him back to full health.
“With the love and support of his family and everyone at Burnley Football Club we will do all we can to provide everything he needs to get better.
“We ask for your understanding and respect Lyle’s privacy around this matter and will not be making any more comment until further notice.”