Exclusive Insight: Sky Pundit’s Take on Josh Sargent’s Future with Norwich City Amid Transfer Interests from Leeds United and Burnley

Sky Sports pundit shares insights on what he would advise Josh Sargent to do regarding Premier League interest this January.

Lee Hendrie has weighed in on whether Sargent should consider moves to Leeds United or Burnley this January, as the Norwich City forward has been linked with both clubs.

Norwich City is facing challenges in the EFL Championship this season, lingering near the relegation zone unless their form improves.

After dismissing head coach Liam Manning, who was brought on from Bristol City, Norwich appointed Philippe Clement to steer the club away from danger.

The former Club Brugge boss has gained four points in his first three games, and must optimize the performance of USMNT striker Josh Sargent to help the team rise in the standings.

Sargent has five goals and three assists from 18 Championship matches this season, yet has failed to find the net in his last 14 games, with all goals scored within the first four matches.

Recent reports indicate that both Burnley and Leeds United have expressed interest in signing Sargent, and Norwich's struggles this season may prompt either club to pursue the 25-year-old.

Lee Hendrie would be ‘very surprised' if Sargent rejected a Premier League opportunity

In an exclusive interview with Football League World, Sky Sports pundit Lee Hendrie discussed what Sargent should consider if Leeds or Burnley made a move this January.

Hendrie stated: “Given the situation at Norwich, with a new manager coming in, you have to consider any Premier League opportunity.”

“It hasn’t been a great season for Norwich, which may affect Josh Sargent, a key player for them.”

“If there was an opportunity for him to move to a Premier League club, it would be difficult for him to turn it down.”

“Whether that moves forward is up to the January window and the teams showing interest.”

“He has shown his capabilities in a center-forward role, and while moving up to the Premier League is significant, clubs like Leeds and Burnley are fighting to stay in the league. If it doesn’t work out for them, they’d still have someone capable of making an impact in the Championship.”

“If the opportunity arises, I'd be very surprised if he didn't take it.”

Josh Sargent has been an effective scorer in the Championship, facing challenges this season

In the Championship, few players can match Sargent’s scoring ability.

The former Werder Bremen player has been consistently productive since his £8 million transfer from Germany in the summer of 2022, establishing himself as a key figure in the division.

Sargent was signed by current Leeds manager Daniel Farke, making a potential reunion this winter plausible as Leeds seeks to enhance its attacking options, featuring Dominic Calvert-Lewin, Lukas Nmecha, and Joel Piroe.

This past summer, Sargent declined a move back to the Bundesliga, with VfL Wolfsburg agreeing to a deal worth £21 million for him, choosing to stay at Norwich instead.

With his contract running until summer 2028, Norwich is in a strong position to negotiate a transfer fee and may be reluctant to let their main striker go during the winter window, especially when his scoring form is critical to the team's success.