Burnley have agreed a new two year sponsorship deal with Fun88, a Chinese entertainment company that have an online casino and sportsbook.

The sponsorship deal will be the biggest in Burnley’s history and and the company name will appear on the shirts from the start of the 2010/11 season.

Burnley FC Chairman Mr Barry Kilby said: “We are delighted and proud to have secured Fun88 as our shirt sponsors for the 2010/11 and 2011/12 seasons.

“This multi-million-pound deal is clear evidence of the global appeal of Burnley Football Club as a result of our Premier League status.

“We had discussions with many top international companies, expressing an interest in getting involved with the club.

“But we feel the special relationship we have enjoyed and established with Fun88 will be one that is hugely beneficial to both parties.

“We look forward immensely to working with them on several exciting ventures over the next two years.”

Nick Lee, spokesman for Welton Holdings Limited – owners of Fun88 – added: “Sponsoring Burnley is in line with Fun88’s ambitions to move our brand to the next level in Asia, as well as giving Fun88 a key platform to reach out to the European market where it intends to penetrate in the next season.

“As part of the club sponsorship Fun88 will be launching a number of marketing initiatives in the next few months.

“This will further reinforce Fun88’s association with the club.”