Watford boss Tom Cleverley has emerged as a surprise candidate for the Norwich City managerial vacancy. Cleverley, 35, impressed at Watford after stepping into management last year, guiding the Hornets to 13th place despite early struggles.
Norwich, seeking a fresh long-term plan, is reportedly attracted to Cleverley’s potential to build stability at Carrow Road. The Canaries sacked Johannes Hoff Thorup earlier this month after a 3-1 defeat to Millwall, which left them 12 points adrift of the playoffs. Former Arsenal midfielder Jack Wilshere, now a Norwich coach, was appointed interim manager following Thorup’s departure.
Wilshere admitted the dismissal was tough, highlighting the emotional side of coaching transitions. Despite Norwich’s current struggles, the role may offer Cleverley a more stable project compared to the often-volatile Watford environment. Discussions about the future continue, with the final-day showdown against Coventry looming as a critical test for Wilshere’s interim leadership.
Norwich City performance and stats
Norwich City is currently 14th in the Championship with 54 points.
In the last 45 games, it has won 13 times, drew 15 times, and lost 17 times. In its last match, Norwich City drew 0-0 against Middlesbrough.
It has a positive goal difference after scoring 67 goals and conceding 66.
Norwich City will play the next match in Championship against Cardiff City on Saturday 3rd of May in Norwich.