BURNLEY have unveiled right back Matt Lowton as their first summer signing, on a three-year-deal from Aston .

Just days after losing Kieran Trippier in a £3.5m deal to Tottenham Hotspur, the Clarets have acted quickly to boost their back four with a direct replacement.

Lowton underwent a successful medical with Burnley yesterday, and last night finalised terms at Turf Moor on a deal worth an initial £1million, possibly rising to £2m with add-ons.

The 26-year-old has been at Villa Park since his £3m sale from Sheffield United in the summer of 2012, going on to make more than 70 Premier League appearances.

Burnley boss Sean Dyche said: “Even back to his days at Sheffield United, I always thought Matt was a very good player and one who I think is motivated to go again.

“He has been at a big club in Aston Villa and wants to get back to the Premier League. The challenge for him now is to play regular first team football and help Burnley Football Club to get back there and we look forward to welcoming him into the group.”

The Chesterfield-born defender played in 44 league and cup games in his first season with Villa under former boss Paul Lambert.

Last season Lowton was limited to just 13 appearances after falling out of favour. But he has been offered a fresh start by Burnley.