The 26-year-old, who had a successful loan spell at Marseille last season, had also been linked with Portsmouth.

Mears will now meet with Clarets officials to discuss the possible move to the Barclays Premier League newcomers in due course.

winning goal

Burnley manager Owen Coyle said: "The two clubs have agreed a fee and talks with a view to making the transfer permanent will take place when the player and his representative return from holiday."

Mears scored the winning goal for Marseille against Ajax last season to ensure the French club progressed to the quarter-finals of the UEFA Cup.

Mears' former clubs include Manchester City, Preston North End and West Ham United.