Norwich City’s sporting director, Stuart Webber, has announced his resignation and is currently serving a 12-month notice period. In his place, the club has appointed Ben Knapper, Arsenal’s loans and development manager, who is set to start his new role on November 27. Initially, Webber and Knapper were set to work together during a transition period, but reports suggest that Webber will now be leaving the club within the next two weeks.
The reason for Webber’s sudden departure is unclear, but it has been speculated that it may be linked to his upcoming plan to climb Mount Everest in May 2024. The report indicates that there is interest in the Welshman from both Rangers and Leeds, which suggests that he may be considering his options for his future career.
This news comes at a difficult time for Norwich City, as they suffered another defeat at the hands of Sunderland on Saturday. The pressure is mounting on head coach David Wagner, and with Webber’s departure, there may be concerns about the stability and direction of the club.
It remains to be seen how the upcoming changes in the management structure will impact Norwich City. With Knapper set to take over as sporting director, there will undoubtedly be adjustments and adjustments to be made. Additionally, the possible interest from Rangers and Leeds in Webber adds another layer of uncertainty to the situation. Fans and stakeholders will be eagerly following developments to see how the club will navigate these changes and whether they will be able to maintain their competitive position in the league.
