Norwich 2026/27 Championship Preview
Norwich City enter the 2026/27 EFL Championship campaign targeting a push back into the promotion picture following a steady ninth-place finish last season. After replacing Liam Manning in November 2025, former Rangers boss Philippe Clement brought tactical stability to Carrow Road, steering the Canaries to an encouraging second-half run built on defensive organisation and high-energy pressing.
The summer transfer window has seen calculated, value-driven recruitment to bolster Clement’s preferred setup. The club converted Sam Field’s loan from QPR into a permanent deal and added dynamic Sheffield United winger Andre Brooks alongside young defender Vinnie Leonard from Dundalk and Brazilian centre-back Bruno Alves on loan from Cruzeiro. Crucially, Norwich locked down key leadership by signing skipper Kenny McLean to a new contract extension running through to 2028.
With striker Jovon Makama leading the attack after a breakout 13-goal campaign, Clement’s first full pre-season has instilled real belief around Norfolk. Operating without parachute payments, majority shareholder Mark Attanasio has nevertheless made the club’s top-two ambitions clear. Addressing a vacant left-back spot remains the final tactical puzzle, but if Norwich can replicate their late-season discipline over a 46-game marathon, a genuine play-off return is well within reach at Carrow Road.

Norwich’s set-piece specialists
- Penalties: Jovon Makama
- Free-kicks: Andre Brooks
- Corners: Kenny McLean, Andre Brooks
Norwich FAQs
Where did Norwich finish in the 2025/26 Championship season?
Norwich City finished ninth in the EFL Championship during the 2025/26 season, recovering well under new management to finish comfortably in the top half.
Who is the Norwich manager?
Philippe Clement is the head coach of Norwich City. The former Rangers and Monaco boss took charge in November 2025 and is entering his first full season at Carrow Road.
Who is the current Norwich captain?
Kenny McLean is the Norwich City club captain. The Scottish international midfielder recently extended his contract with the club through to June 2028.