Norwich City sporting director Ben Knapper reviews recent transfer activity
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 2, 2026, 3:42 PM
Last updated Sep 2, 2026

Norwich City sporting director Ben Knapper recently appeared on the 72+ podcast to discuss the club's transfer deadline day operations. Knapper balanced the final window activity with a Championship matchday while operating from Stoke. During the conversation, he reflected on the current campaign and the previous decision to replace Liam Manning with head coach Philippe Clement. The podcast episode also featured a summary of major deals completed on deadline day. Additionally, the broadcast covered the opening wins for West Ham and Leicester, alongside the undefeated starts for Charlton and Swansea. Bristol Rovers manager Steve Evans joined the panel to evaluate his team's performance at the beginning of the season. Listeners can access the full interview through BBC Sounds.
- •Ben Knapper managed Norwich City transfer business while stationed in Stoke on deadline day.
- •Philippe Clement currently serves as head coach for Norwich City.
- •West Ham and Leicester secured their first wins of the season.
- •Charlton and Swansea maintained strong early results.
- •Steve Evans provided an update on the start of the season for Bristol Rovers.
- 3:42 PMYahoo Sports — 🎧Deadline day round up
"Norwich City sporting director Ben Knapper joins Aaron Paul and Jobi McAnuff in the latest episode of the 72+ podcast.
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