Burnley boss Owen Coyle says Steven Fletcher is justifying his £3 million price-tag this season.

The former Hibs man was outstanding against Aston Villa's much-vaunted defence in Saturday's 1-1 draw.

"Fletcher is playing out of his skin as well and that is what we want," said Coyle.

"I believe he is getting better and better. I've known him since he was a kid coming through at Hibernian and he is one I've always kept my eye on.

"He has quick feet, an eye for a goal and is good in the air. I think he has taken confidence in the fact that, as good as the players are who he is playing against, he is at that level.

"I hope he continues to get better and be a tremendous servant for this club.

"These are top-class players we are coming up against but my players are showing they are up for that.

"They are going toe to toe with them and we are showing quality ourselves. The younger group have an appetite for it but they have to learn quickly."