Norwich Loanee Jacob Wright Keen on Permanent Move from Manchester City
Jacob Wright has expressed his desire to join Norwich City on a permanent basis following a promising loan spell from Manchester City. The 19-year-old midfielder arrived at Carrow Road during the winter transfer window and has gradually grown into a more regular fixture under head coach Johannes Hoff Thorup.
Norwich hold an option to buy Wright for £2.3 million plus add-ons this summer — a move the youngster is fully behind. Speaking to The Pink Un, Wright confirmed his interest in staying:
“Yes, 100 per cent,” he said when asked if he’d like to remain at Carrow Road.
“I’m really starting to build something nice at the club. I’m enjoying it. It’s a good family club. I’m really enjoying the way they play. Hopefully, we can get some better results next season if I am to stay. I’d definitely like to stay, hopefully.”
Jacob Wright Tipped as Ideal Successor to Kenny McLean
Norwich fan pundit Zeke Downes, writing for Football League World, is also hopeful the Canaries will push through a permanent deal for Wright. He believes the Man City prospect has all the attributes to eventually fill the shoes of veteran midfielder Kenny McLean.
Wright has reportedly attracted interest from other Championship clubs, but Norwich appear to have a head start thanks to the buy clause in his loan agreement.
“I think we should definitely sign Jacob Wright on a permanent,” said Downes.
“Especially for the amount of money being mentioned — around £2-3 million — it could turn out to be a bargain.”
“He already looks like a long-term replacement for McLean. He’s young, well-schooled in football at a top academy, and has impressed so far. If we don’t act quickly, we could miss out on a real talent.”
Smart Business for Norwich?
Manchester City have a track record of developing technically gifted players who go on to flourish elsewhere, even if they don’t break into the first team at the Etihad. Norwich’s own Callum Doyle is a recent example, as are James Trafford and Taylor Harwood-Bellis.
For Norwich, snapping up Wright permanently for a modest fee could prove to be a savvy long-term investment. If he continues on his current trajectory, the 19-year-old could become a central figure in the Canaries’ midfield for years to come — and potentially even attract future interest at a much higher price.
In Wright’s case, the question may not be if Norwich should sign him, but why wouldn’t they?
