James Ward-Prowse has left West Ham United, completing a loan move to Burnley until the end of the season after passing his medical. Ward-Prowse said he is really pleased to be at Burnley and that he knew the loan spell was what he needed as soon as he heard of their interest and spoke to the manager. On January 28, 2026, Burnley FC announced the midfielder's arrival on a loan deal until the end of the season on the club's official channels.

James Ward-Prowse is changing clubs within the Premier League. Burnley, a club threatened with relegation, announces that the 31-year-old midfielder will be loaned from West Ham United, a direct competitor, until the end of the season.

James Ward-Prowse is now set to join Burnley on loan until the end of the season. Nuno Espirito Santo has been clear that Ward-Prowse is not part of his plans.

James Ward-Prowse has become a key transfer target for Burnley, who are in talks over a late January deal for the West Ham United player. Rumours have suggested that an agreement may not be finalised before Deadline Day. A deal could still be possible.