Top flight clubs hold talks with Josh Sargent but one stumbling block remains, Norwich City’s stance is firm

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Norwich City have been abruptly clear about one thing regarding the Josh Sargent saga as clubs begin to hold talks with the USMNT international.

Following the 2024/25 Championship season, Norwich City have decided to go in a different direction with new boss Liam Manning taking charge ahead of the upcoming campaign.

It will be a difficult challenge awaiting Manning, taking over a Norwich City side who have lost Borja Sainz to Porto.

The Canaries’ key strength last season was their brilliant output in front of goal, which was partly provided by Sainz after he finished as the club’s top scorer.

Josh Sargent also played a hugely significant role for Norwich last season after the 25-year-old bagged 15 goals and notched five assists. After a prolific campaign, he was always set to attract clubs this summer, although one key demand by Norwich could deter interest.

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Norwich City remain firm with Josh Sargent’s valuation as Burnley and Wolfsburg swarm

Last week, EFL Analysis exclusively revealed Norwich have set an asking price of £18m for Sargent. However, that value would include any add-ons and would be the total sum any club would need to pay.

It has now been backed up by Sky Sports journalist Anthony Joseph, who reported that Premier League side Burnley and Bundesliga outfit Wolfsburg are now in talks to sign Sargent from the Canaries.

However, neither club has yet to match Norwich City’s valuation, which Joseph reports to be ‘around £20m’.

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Norwich must not back down from their valuation for Josh Sargent

After the brilliant season that Josh Sargent has just provided in the 2024/25 Championship campaign, Norwich City have every reason to demand a hefty fee for the US international.

Norwich City have brought in Mathias Kvistgaarden for a sizeable fee, and there is every hope that his phenomenal goalscoring record can translate into Championship football, but Liam Manning will not want to place that full burden on his shoulders.

If the Canaries can fetch £20million for Sargent, that is a huge sum that could transform several areas of the first-team squad. Based on the calibre of clubs that are tracking the USMNT international, it is not a fee that is out of reach for them, so why shouldn’t Norwich demand a top price?

Regarding Norwich City’s financial situation, they have no real necessity to sell their key players – they should not be budging on their valuation under any circumstances.