Norwich City: David Wagner on Ben Knapper backing
Wagner, who is set to officially replace Stuart Webber, spoke about the support he has received from everyone at the club, including Knapper, the joint minority shareholders, and the executive director, Zoe Webber. Despite mounting pressure from fans due to eight defeats in the last 11 league games, Wagner feels the backing from all sides and is looking forward to working with joint minority shareholder, Ben, who is set to join the club next week. Wagner insists that his own future has not been discussed with the club’s top brass, as the focus has been on how to improve the current situation and return to the form from a few weeks ago.
The German manager emphasized that his discussions with Ben have not involved his own future, but rather focused on how to come out of the difficult situation the team is currently facing as quickly as possible. While Wagner acknowledges that his position may not be as strong as it was eight weeks ago due to the dependence on results, he is confident in the support and structure of the football club. Wagner is determined to repay the support received from the club by achieving results as quickly as possible, and is appreciative of the progressive and forward-thinking nature of the people involved with the club. He stressed the importance of everyone being united and working together in the same direction in order to overcome the current challenges.
Wagner expressed his gratitude for the reassurance and support he has received from everyone at the club, and highlighted the need for results in the current difficult period. He also emphasized the importance of taking responsibility and being proactive in the face of adversity. Wagner is focused on repaying the support by producing positive results for the club and is hopeful that with the united effort of everyone involved, they will be able to overcome the challenges and return to their previous form. The manager is appreciative of the people who are looking ahead and seeing the bigger picture, and is confident in the unity and determination of the entire football club.