US EditionDivide between U.S. striker Josh Sargent and Norwich City intensifies as TFC watches
Josh Sargent was dropped by Norwich City for missing an FA Cup match and Toronto FC has offered $18 million amid his refusal to apologize, sources say.
- Josh Sargent was dropped from first‑team training after missing Norwich City’s Jan. 11 FA Cup tie, while Toronto FC has reportedly offered $18 million during its Marbella, Spain preseason camp.
- Amid the disciplinary standoff, Norwich City says it would welcome Josh Sargent back if he apologizes, but the player is reportedly not interested, prolonging the dispute.
- Sargent has 29 caps for the U.S. senior side with five goals and one assist and earlier scored 11 goals in 83 games for Werder Bremen, underlining his international and club experience.
- Jason Hernandez has said landing a marquee attacker is a priority, as the six forwards in camp have 45 MLS regular-season goals, highlighting why Josh Sargent fits the bill.
- With a reported $18 million offer, Norwich recently signed Canadian international Ali Ahmed, and Theo Corbeanu and Jules‑Anthony Vilsaint have six and four goals respectively.
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Divide between U.S. striker Josh Sargent and Norwich City intensifies as TFC watches
It appears that the divide between striker Josh Sargent, a reported Toronto FC transfer target, and Norwich City has intensified. Sky Sports News reports that the 25-year-old U.S. international had a heated row with Norwich sporting director Ben Knapper after being called into a meeting with coach Philippe Clement. Sky says Sargent walked out of the meeting visibly upset after an alleged remark about his family. Sargent, who is married with thre…
Norwich City star exit saga takes sour twist amid bust-up with Philippe Clement, Ben Knapper News: The72 - Football League News
Norwich City striker Josh Sargent is expected to have played his last game for the club amid a heated meeting with Philippe Clement and Ben Knapper, as per Tom Bogert. Norwich City have made notable strides forward on the pitch under Philippe Clement. The Belgian is leading the charge away from danger at NCFC but the hard work is far from done. The Canaries have added Ali Ahmed to the ranks this month and more additions await. Harry Amass is set…
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