Paris FC locks down Burnley’s Luca Koleosho on long-term deal, and crypto-backed football keeps growing

Paris FC has signed Burnley striker Luca Koleosho on a deal reportedly running through 2031, adding a 21-year-old attacker to a squad that’s become one of the more interesting projects in European football. What we know about the deal Koleosho, born on September 15, 2004, is a forward and winger who originally joined Burnley from Espanyol B for approximately $3 million back in 2023. His path to Paris started with a loan move in January 2026, after a stint at Espanyol where his playing time was limited. Koleosho scored the winning goal in a 2-1 Ligue 1 victory over Nantes on January 18, 2026. The loan included an option for Paris FC to purchase him permanently. Competition emerged from Fiorentina, with reports suggesting Koleosho himself preferred the Italian club. As of early July 2026, both Paris FC and Fiorentina are pursuing a permanent transfer, with Paris FC reportedly offering more favorable terms. For Burnley, selling a player they acquired for roughly $3 million from a Spanish B team represents a straightforward piece of business. Why the finance and crypto world should pay attention Multiple clubs across Europe’s top leagues now have ownership ties to blockchain ventures, ...