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Who should become the next Norwich City football manager?

Norwich City are currently in search of a new permanent head coach following the dismissal of Johannes Hoff Thorup on 22 April 2025. Thorup's tenure lasted less than a year, ending after a disappointing run of six defeats in eight matches, which left the club 14th in the Championship and out of play-off contention .
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In the interim, former Arsenal and England midfielder Jack Wilshere has taken charge of the team. Wilshere joined Norwich's coaching staff in October 2024 and was appointed interim head coach for the final two matches of the season . His odds of securing the permanent role have shortened significantly, making him the current favourite .
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Other potential candidates include:

Will Still: The 32-year-old Belgian-English manager, currently at Lens, is known for his unconventional path into management and has been linked with the role .
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Gary O’Neil: Formerly of Bournemouth and Wolverhampton Wanderers, O'Neil is considered a strong candidate, with his odds improving recently .
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Steve Cooper: The ex-Nottingham Forest and Leicester City manager is also in contention, offering experience in Championship promotion campaigns .
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Russell Martin: A former Norwich player and current Southampton manager, Martin's name has been mentioned, though his odds have drifted, suggesting a lower likelihood .
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The club's decision will likely hinge on their strategic direction—whether to promote from within by appointing Wilshere, who has familiarity with the squad, or to bring in an external candidate with a proven track record in achieving promotion.
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As the situation develops, Norwich City supporters will be keenly watching for announcements regarding the club's next managerial appointment.


Yes, but who would you pick?


If I were appointing the next Norwich City manager, I’d weigh three key factors: immediate Championship competitiveness, long-term squad development, and alignment with the club’s style and culture. Based on that, here’s how the top candidates stack up — and my choice:

🔝 My Pick: Steve Cooper
Why:

Promotion Pedigree: Took Nottingham Forest from the bottom of the Championship to the Premier League in under a season.

Youth Development: Former England U17 coach who won the U17 World Cup — ideal for a club like Norwich with an emphasis on academy and smart recruitment.

Tactical Flexibility: Knows how to adapt his game plan to available talent — crucial in a league as unpredictable as the Championship.

Potential downside: He may have Premier League options and might not be interested — but if he's available, he's a top-tier candidate.

🎯 Other Strong Options
Gary O'Neil
Overachieved with Bournemouth and kept Wolves competitive — pragmatic, no-nonsense manager.

Could bring immediate stability, but may not align with a longer-term, progressive playing style.

Will Still
Highly progressive, analytically minded coach.

Might be a gamble due to lack of Championship experience — but intriguing for a club looking to modernize.

Jack Wilshere
Fan buzz and potential continuity benefit.

But it's too soon for a permanent appointment without a proven track record — a risky long-term choice.

✅ Summary
If Norwich want a serious promotion push with player development potential, Steve Cooper is the most balanced and proven candidate available. If he's not an option, Gary O'Neil is a sensible Plan B. Jack Wilshere might benefit from more time with the U21s or as an assistant before taking the top job full-time.

Would you prefer a riskier but potentially high-upside appointment, or someone with a more proven Championship record?

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