BREAKING: Burnley is set to reignite their interest in Norwich City striker Josh Sargent as the Canaries struggle in the Championship. With just 5 wins from their first 15 matches, Norwich currently sits in the 23rd position, dangerously close to relegation.
Following a devastating home defeat to Leicester City, Norwich City has parted ways with manager Liam Manning, leaving the team in turmoil. The situation is dire, as they are now only one point above the bottom of the table, a position worsened by Sheffield Wednesday’s 12-point deduction due to administration.
Burnley, under the management of Scott Parker, is looking to bolster their squad as they fight for survival. Reports indicate that they had previously attempted to sign Sargent during the summer of 2025. At that time, a £21 million deal with Wolfsburg was on the table, but Sargent chose to remain at Norwich.
Alan Nixon revealed that Burnley’s initial offer of £1.5 million upfront, with additional performance-related bonuses bringing the total to £10 million, was turned down. However, as January approaches, Burnley is reportedly keen to revisit this deal to secure the 25-year-old striker, who had previously scored 31 goals in his last 62 Championship appearances.
Despite a promising start to the current season with 5 goals in the first four games, Sargent has not found the net since late August. This downturn in form coincides with Norwich’s significant struggles, making his potential departure all the more concerning for fans. Losing Sargent could severely impact Norwich’s chances of avoiding relegation to League One.
As the transfer window looms, Norwich City must act swiftly to retain their best player. The club’s leadership will need to navigate this crisis carefully, as Sargent’s departure could further alienate the supporters, already frustrated by the team’s performance.
With Burnley eager to add firepower to their attack, the coming weeks will be crucial. Fans and analysts alike will be watching closely to see if a deal is struck that could change the fortunes of both clubs. The pressure is on, and both Burnley and Norwich City face pivotal decisions that could shape their seasons.
Stay tuned for further updates as this story develops.
