Norwich City has extended the contract of 18-year-old goalkeeper Ansen until 2026, with the option to further extend for 12 months. Ansen recently played for the club’s under-21 team in a 5-0 win against Charlton Athletic, keeping a clean sheet. Although primarily playing for the struggling under-18s team, he has already made several appearances in the league this season. Ansen expressed his gratitude to the club and coaches for their trust and commitment in him, and he hopes to continue developing and securing more game time in the under-21s team. He describes himself as a commanding goalkeeper with a strong presence, excellent shot-stopping abilities, and proficiency with the ball at his feet.
Ansen is highly regarded within the club and has had the opportunity to learn from experienced first-team goalkeepers such as George Long and Angus Gunn. He has also benefitted from the guidance of Declan Rudd, a former first-team player who currently serves as the academy goalkeeping coach. Ansen credits the coaching staff, particularly Paul Clements, the goalkeeping coach, for his continuous improvement. The relationship with Clements is described as positive, with the coach being strict but supportive, which Ansen believes is beneficial for his development. He aims to build on this relationship and continue progressing in his career.
The extension of Ansen’s contract highlights the club’s faith in his potential and talent. Despite his young age, Ansen has already shown promise and his performances have caught the attention of the coaching staff. His ability to command the penalty area and make important saves, coupled with his technical skills, make him a valuable asset to the team. The contract extension ensures that Ansen will have a longer tenure at Norwich City, allowing him to further develop and strengthen his skills as a goalkeeper.
As Ansen looks to the future, he has set his sights on becoming a regular starter for the under-21s team. He believes that with continued hard work and the support of his coaches, he can achieve this goal. Ansen sees each game as an opportunity to learn and grow, and he values the guidance he receives from the experienced professionals around him. With his promising start to his career at Norwich City, Ansen is determined to make his mark and continue progressing through the ranks of the club.
