Burnley signing Dara O’Shea has ben cheekily mocked for his ‘cringe’ acting in the club’s Scary Movie inspired transfer announcement video.
The film’s actors, including one in a Scream mask, shout “wazzup” down the phone, but the Clarets social media team edited in O’Shea after one of the characters asked: “What you doing, son?”
O’Shea, with a lack of enthusiasm, responded over the phone with: “Nothing. Just chilling. I’m signing for Burnley.”
Hey @premierleague, WAZZAP! 🤪 pic.twitter.com/dpOtWrsgI8
— Burnley FC 🏆 (@BurnleyOfficial) June 23, 2023
CLUB STATEMENT:
Republic of Ireland international makes move from the West Midlands
Burnley Football Club are delighted to announce the signing of Republic of Ireland international Dara O’Shea from West Bromwich Albion.
O’Shea joins the club on a four-year deal – keeping him at Turf Moor until at least 2027.
The Dublin-born defender played over a hundred times for the Baggies, including their 2020/21 season in the Premier League.
On signing for the club O’Shea said: “It feels great to be here and I really can’t wait to get going.
“Burnley were the outstanding team last season and they achieved exceptional things.
“I want to improve as a player first and foremost and I want to help the club achieve their goals.
“I’m at the stage of my career now when I want to push myself. I want to be the best I can be and this is the club that can help me do that and I can help them too.”
Manager Vincent Kompany added: “It’s great to welcome Dara to Burnley and we know he can play a big part in the progression of our football club. Strong at the back as well as confident moving forward, a leader with experience and knowledge of playing at the highest level.
“Dara will be a great addition to our squad and we can’t wait to start working with him.”
He becomes the second defender to join the Clarets on a permanent basis this summer after Jordan Beyer put pen to paper last month.
Burnley take on Manchester City in the Premier League’s opening match of the season on Friday 11th August.
Intoducing your newest Claret, Dara O’Shea 🤩 pic.twitter.com/ZPRjMOupWA
— Burnley FC 🏆 (@BurnleyOfficial) June 23, 2023
O’Shea interview
On the deal:
“I kind of heard rumblings at the end of last season and it’s been ongoing now for a couple of weeks. Obviously when you’re in the moment it feels like ages, so I’m happy to be here now.”
On working with Vincent Kompany:
“Yeah. Look, it’s a no brainer to come and want to work under someone like him.
“His career as a footballer as well as a player was outstanding and someone that I would have looked up to as well coming through and stuff.
“So yeah, look, I’m really excited to be here and I want to learn a lot from him and his coaching staff.”
On leaving West Brom:
“Yes, it’s a tough one for me. I’ve been at West Brom for eight years, I’ve come through since I was 16 and I’ve done really well for myself there. It was a huge decision to make that move still for me, but I think one that’s best for me in my career.”
On his Republic of Ireland teammates Josh Cullen and Michael Obafemi:
“I’ve spoken to Josh and Michael, I them both quite well and I could see how good a project it was here.
“I’ve been speaking to them both quietly, you know in the corner, just kind of seeing how things were at the club and obviously letting them know that there’s a possibility of me coming here and stuff like that. Yeah, they were still a big factor in me coming here as well.”
On his playing style:
“First of all, I’m a defender. I like to defend; I’ve grown up in Ireland playing Gaelic football and that so I’m aggressive I like to be on the front foot, and I like to play football as well, I really like to get the ball down and pass and play through the thirds. I like to start off attacks and progress the team, so that’s something that I’ll be looking to do here.
“I’m predominantly a central defender, that’s my favourite position but I’ve played all over the back four and in midfield as well in my career, so it’s not something that I’m not used to.”
On Gaelic football:
“Literally a couple of weeks before I moved to West Brom was when I stopped playing [Gaelic football]. That was obviously a big part of my upbringing and kind of shaped me into the player I am today. I get that aggressiveness side and I suppose the hardworking, kind of ruthless side to me too. Which is something I’m really proud of, I’m proud of my heritage and my roots.”
On the Premier League:
“Since West Brom dropped out of the Premier League it’s always been an aim of mine to get back there. Unfortunately, it didn’t happen with West Brom but I’m here now in the position I am. That time there really pushed me on as well, I saw the potential of what I could progress to in the league. It’s the best league in the world, you want to play against the best players so I’m all for that.
“Just playing against the calibre of opponent, each week you’re playing against top class players. I think that’s really the difference. You’re playing against some great managers, who set up tactically to maybe ways you mightn’t see in the Championship. Obviously, the player aspect is a huge thing, you want to test yourself against the best opponents.”
On Burnley’s fixtures:
“I saw the first fixture anyway, yeah, there the games you want to play in you know, as a footballer that’s what you want to test yourselves against, so it’s a great test.”
On his message for the fans:
“I’m really proud to be here, I know how much the club means to the fans and I think my work ethic should match that and they should take to me in that sense.
“I’m looking forward to pulling the shirt on and walking out at Turf Moor.”
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As mentioned, the new Burnley signing was mocked for his ‘cringe’ acting in the Scary Movie inspired transfer announcement video…
@TheRainbowStand: Swear to God he’s a far better defender than actor 🤣 Good luck Dara
@conor_showell: West Brom wouldn’t have made you do this Dara! ( we can’t afford the editors ) please look after him 😭
@damo7x: Cringe/worst player announce video goes to @BurnleyOfficial
@DoodWBA: Oh no Dara 🤣🤣 this is abit cringe. #WBA
@tikkamosalah2: Was excellent till the new signing spoke. Ruined it – still miles better than anything we do
@tbridgelike: Genuinely the most cringe club I’ve ever interacted with
@Gregbfc73: Stop it 😂💪👌
@DawsDawsonDaws: Just not dara at all is it, can tell he wasn’t keen 😂😂
@jackh_68: I’m happy for Dara and wish him the best, but this is fucking terrible
@ChambersLuke7: Burnley back at it 😂😂 This is how you announce signings!!! I wonder how the player takes it when they explain the plan 😂
@LukeFle93187750: Jesus christ what are you doing to my sweet boy
@HildaCheptoo: Another masterpiece player announcement..😅👏
@brodymoz2: What have they got Dara losing, probs regrets leaving after taking part in this shite #WBA
@MozAndHisShirts: Poor acting from O’Shea, other than that, Burnley just doing Burnley things
@wbabrad: Ay i love you Dara but that is fucking shit 🤣
@CJC11: Could probably get away with this awful video if people actually knew who the hell the player was.
— JJ Watt (@JJWatt) June 23, 2023
@JackWFC1234: This is incredible 😭
@william76252608: Burnley’s admin never disappoint on new signings announcements 😂😭😂 My club 🔴🔵
@BrexitKompany: Get that man an Oscar right now
@chrisquain: Oh my god that is bloody hilarious 😂😂😂 Dara man stick to the day job
@AdemMansouri13: They’ve only gone and done it again 🤣
@AnthonyFearon02:
And the winner of the internet today goes to ⏫⏫⏫
This appeals to my 15 year old self very well 🤣🤣👏👏👏
@italianclarets: Too too good 😂
@rjhanley: Awkward level here is off the scale!
@jm_wba: Tough watch that announcement vid 😭
@RobertsWBA23: Got a good lad, take care of him, but what has happened to your transfer videos i remember they was good but fucking hell that was awful, like I think we need another million in add ons awful.
@Adam_Splinter_: It was at this moment, Dara regretted his decision…
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