Jacob Wright Completes Move to Norwich City from Manchester City

Midfielder Jacob Wright has officially left Manchester City to join Norwich City permanently. This move follows a successful loan spell with the Championship club. Norwich signed Wright for a reported fee of £2.3 million after he met the criteria in his loan agreement.

WHAT HAPPENED?

Jacob Wright joined Norwich on loan from Manchester City for the 2024/25 season. The loan deal had a clause that allowed Norwich to sign him permanently if he started at least nine matches. Wright achieved this during his time at Carrow Road, and Norwich completed the transfer. The fee is understood to be £2.3 million, marking Manchester City’s first outgoing permanent deal of the summer.

WHY THIS MOVE MATTERS

Wright’s arrival completes a solid season for the 21-year-old midfielder, who impressed Norwich’s coaching staff with his performances and work rate. The Canaries, under manager Johannes Hoff Thorup, want to keep key players to build stability after a season with many squad changes and inconsistent form. Norwich finished just outside the playoff positions, and Wright’s signing is part of their plan to strengthen the midfield for next season’s promotion push. For Manchester City, the deal frees up funds and space for new prospects in their crowded midfield ranks.

WHAT’S NEXT FOR NORWICH AND WRIGHT?

Jacob Wright will now focus on pre-season as a full-time Norwich player. Norwich City aim to use this summer transfer window to strengthen their squad, hoping to challenge for promotion in the 2025/26 season. Their next game is the opening match of the new Championship season, where Wright is expected to play a key role. Norwich fans are eager to see the new-look midfield, with Wright offering both quality and continuity for the coming campaign.