Norwich City interviews ex-Liverpool assistant Pep Lijnders for managerial vacancy

Norwich City is set to interview Pep Lijnders, former assistant to Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp, as a candidate for their vacant managerial position following the dismissal of Johannes Hoff Thorup. Lijnders, who spent nearly six years as Klopp's deputy before a brief and challenging tenure at Red Bull Salzburg, is considered a serious contender alongside others such as Gary O'Neil and Steve Cooper. Despite Jack Wilshere's interim management securing four points in two matches, he is not in consideration for the permanent role. Norwich's sporting director emphasized a careful and external search for the right candidate, with talks with Lijnders scheduled this week. Lijnders brings experience managing in the Champions League and has a respectable record despite his short spells in charge. The Canaries, aiming to return to the Premier League after relegation in 2022, continue their search amid a competitive field of candidates.