Jonjo Shelvey’s contract at Turkish club RIPPED UP after just five months as blunt statement is released

FORMER Premier League midfielder Jonjo Shelvey has been released by Turkish side ikas Eyupspor after just five months.

The 32-year-old, who joined Eyupspor in August, agreed to leave the Istanbul-based club by mutual consent.

A statement from the club read: "We have parted ways with professional football player Jonjo Shelvey by mutual consent.

"We would like to thank Jonjo Shelvey for his contributions to our team and wish him success in his future career."

Shelvey made just six appearances for Eyupspor after joining five months ago.

But he now finds himself without a club.

Some reports suggest Burnley might look to sign him this month.

Clarets boss Scott Parker could turn to Shelvey for some midfield experience as his side push for promotion back to the Premier League.

Han-Noah Massengo joined Ligue 1 side AJ Auxerre earlier this week, leaving Burnley light in terms of midfield options.

Asked if it was a concern, Parker said: "Yes, we're a little bit short there at the moment and it's probably an area that we'll see if there's anything [in the transfer window].

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"We've obviously got Aaron Ramsey [to return from injury], but he’s still a little bit away.

"There's a player there that I look at and I've been looking at for some time before I came here and I know exactly what sort of level of player he is. But obviously at this present moment in time he's out injured.

"But you're right, there's a little area there where we're a little bit light and maybe we'll have a look at that."

Before joining Eyupspor, Shelvey spent a season with Caykur Rizespor.

He joined the club after being released by Nottingham Forest.

The midfielder has also played for Newcastle, Swansea, Liverpool and Charlton.