Crusaders confirm departure of skipper Burns

Crusaders have confirmed the departure from the club of skipper Billy Joe Burns upon the expiration of his contract this summer.The former Linfield defender has spent 11 years with the Seaview club, making 423 appearances and scoring 33 goals since signing for the north Belfast outfit in 2014.During his spell with the Crues, Burns played a key role in helping the club secure three Irish Premiership titles, three Irish Cup victories and two County Antrim Shield triumphs.The 36-year-old also picke