The mood is lifted around Carrow Road after an unexpected win at Cardiff, but the question is whether this victory will lead to a significant improvement in form for the team. There are mixed signs on the injury front, with some players nearing full fitness while others face setbacks. Of particular concern is the situation with Hwang Ui-jo, who has been questioned by police in South Korea, and the new sporting director will need to monitor this closely. These potential distractions are not ideal for the new sporting director, Ben Knapper, who would like to focus on the team’s on-field performance.
The pressure is on for manager David Wagner to turn City’s season around, as the team is at a precarious position in the league standings with a small points difference between sixth place and City’s current position. While the win at Cardiff was encouraging, it was only a small step in the right direction. The upcoming trip to play Ipswich Town, who are on a winning streak, adds to the pressure, as City has the possibility of losing its unbeaten streak against its old rival. The club’s AGM on November 30 is expected to be uncomfortable, as the increasing debt and lack of saleable assets in the aging squad raise concerns about the club’s financial future.
The club’s approach in recent years has been to bounce between the Championship and the Premier League, but with the rising debt and potential need to sell key players, it is uncertain whether this strategy can continue. Fans want the club to be financially secure and competitive on the pitch, but it is unclear if a balance can be struck between these two aspects in the future. There is genuine concern about the club’s future plans, and the AGM will be an opportunity to address these concerns and provide clarity on the club’s direction moving forward.
