Joey Barton has been released by Burnley following his recent suspension by the Football Association for historic betting offences. The 34-year-old was banned for 18 months back in April after admitting a charge in relation to gambling, but said at the time he was planning to appeal against the length of the suspension, ?claiming the decision "effectively forces me into an early retirement". BREAKING: @BurnleyOfficial release @Joey7Barton and Michael Kightly. #SSNHQ pic.twitter.com/cNuslpsTrn...
Source: 90min.com