Norwich City are doing great business in the transfer market this summer, but they may be set to lose Josh Sargent very soon, and EFL Analysis can exclusively reveal how much the Canaries want for their star man.
After a top-class campaign on a personal level, it’s no surprise that Sargent is a wanted man this summer, and Norwich are all but resigned to losing him now.
In fact, the Canaries have already arranged his replacement, with Mathias Kvistgaarden on the brink of joining Liam Manning’s Carrow Road revolution.
While Sargent had been linked with a Daniel Farke reunion at Leeds United, it now appears to be Burnley that are moving into pole position to sign the USA striker.
Burnley badge at Turf Moor ahead of Burnley FC v Manchester United - Premier League
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Burnley may have to pay £18m for Josh Sargent
Whoever wins the race for Sargent, it looks as though we’ll see a new entry on the list of Norwich’s most expensive sales, as EFL Analysis can exclusively reveal the price tag the Canaries have placed on the 25-year-old.
As per information from our Chief Football Correspondent Graeme Bailey, we understand 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.
Regarding the clubs chasing Sargent, we are told Burnley are pushing for a deal, and that the player himself is open to the move as he is keen on a return to the Premier League.
Both Sunderland and Leeds United are also in the race, as are clubs across Europe, namely Italy and Germany.
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Can Josh Sargent flourish in the Premier League?
Josh Sargent will have a lot to prove if and when he steps back up to the Premier League. In his solitary campaign in the top flight, the forward has just two goals in 26 matches from the 2021/22 season.
There is no denying Sargent can cut it at Championship level. In his three campaigns in the second tier, he’s scored 13 goals in 2022/23, 16 in 2023/24, and then 15 goals last season.
Statistics Josh Sargent
Premier League appearances 26
Premier League goals 2
Championship appearances 100
Championship goals 44
Now, it almost feels like make-or-break time for the US international as he looks to take his career to the next level.
He’s proven he’s one of the best players in the Championship, but all eyes will be on Sargent to see if he is truly a top tier striker or not next season.