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Transfer Rumours ARRIVALS & DEPARTURES, 25/26 SEASON

Discussion in 'Norwich City' started by SuffolkCanary, May 27, 2025.

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Which positions do we need to recruit?

  1. Goalkeeper

    9 vote(s)
    100.0%
  2. Right Back

    0 vote(s)
    0.0%
  3. Left Back

    1 vote(s)
    11.1%
  4. Centre Back

    8 vote(s)
    88.9%
  5. Defensive Midfield

    1 vote(s)
    11.1%
  6. Central Midfield

    3 vote(s)
    33.3%
  7. Attacking Midfield

    2 vote(s)
    22.2%
  8. Right Wing

    5 vote(s)
    55.6%
  9. Left Wing

    4 vote(s)
    44.4%
  10. Striker

    7 vote(s)
    77.8%
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  1. RiverEndRick

    RiverEndRick Well-Known Member

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    Dasilva would be a gamble in that he's just had knee surgery, but given that he can also play as a DM or LB could be good on a free transfer if it's him. Don't know about the young players, who are probably more likely options. Could it be a loan?
     
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  3. SuffolkCanary

    SuffolkCanary Well-Known Member

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    Apparently there are bids on the table for Sainz. Anybody know from what club and for how much?
     
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  6. CitySlicker2010

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    If Sainz goes, then he will be replaced by Dobbin? If Sargent goes, then he will be replaced by Crnac? Do we need to get in replacements for Sainz and Sargent?
     
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  7. RiverEndRick

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    I believe the favourite to sign Sainz is currently Athletico Bilbao, which is logical because that's the part of Spain he comes from. There's some doubt now because he wouldn't necessarily be starting games. The fee mentioned is around €11m. Apparently there have now been actual bids from unamed clubs in Italy and Portugal.

    https://www.pinkun.com/sport/norwich-city/25215928.norwich-city-receive-transfer-bids-borja-sainz/
    The club is actively pursuing Dobbin on another loan deal. He would be a natural replacement as he showed when Sainz was suspended. IMO, we'd very much need to sign replacements if Sainz and Sargent leave, even if Dobbin returns. One player is never enough at any position.
     
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  8. 1950canary

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    Is Dobbin coming back next season?
     
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  9. RiverEndRick

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    It looks like it, as he is on the club's retained list, but we'll have to wait.
     
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    1950canary Well-Known Member

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    Thanks Rick. Villa apparently need to sell players so it might be that a cheeky bid might turn the potential loan into a permanent deal.
     
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    This was an anti-climax, it was Alex Matos and it appears he was just offered to the club, who aren’t looking to sign him at the moment
     
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  12. RiverEndRick

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    Chelsea looking for a loan fee for one of their farm out youth players. Can't say I'd be keen after they snatched him from our academy.
     
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  13. zogean_king

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    I'd tell them to go away in the nicest possible terms
     
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    Apparently this is now looking unlikely according to the PinkUn newsletter today
     
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  15. SuffolkCanary

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    Dan Grimshaw has signed today, so that should be Long replaced.

     
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  16. DUNCAN DONUTS

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    Grimshaw is the most Northern name ever
     
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  17. Golden Eadie 2

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    No, Mr Grimshaw!! Is Norman Wisdom with him?

    Edit;- You are going to have to change your user name DD, Dunkin' Doughnuts are now, seemingly, just known as Dunkin'
     
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  18. DUNCAN DONUTS

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    Normann is playing in the Saudi league I believe
     
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  19. Resurgam

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    If he changed his name to 'Grimsdale' then Norman Wisdom might well be with him
     
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  20. Golden Eadie 2

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    Ok, bad memory.
     
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