Analysing the Transfer Gossip – 21st July Part One

Norwich City manager Chris Hughton admits he wants to sign another striker after being linked with moves for Juventus forward Fabio Quagliarella, 30, and Sampdoria’s Maxi Lopez, 29, as the Canaries bid to add fresh forward options.

Fabio Quagliarella

Full story: Norwich Evening News

What’s the story? Last season Norwich’s biggest problem was goalscoring. They have a good defence and midfield but badly need strike power.Does it make sense? Yes. Although they made some strides last season, without quality in front of goal they could easily get dragged in to trouble despite some good signings so far.Is the price right? There’s no way they bid the reported £10m for Quagliarella, maybe £6m for him. £4m for Maxi. But the important thing is, they seem to have money available to get someone.Will it happen? 8/10 – They’ve delivered so far and will probably have their eye on a few different forwards.

You can find the part two of the series here.