Norwich eye West Brom midfielder as contract nears end

Norwich City have been linked with a summer move for 20‑year‑old West Brom midfielder Harry Whitwell, who has only one year left on his contract at The Hawthorns, according to a report by Full Throstle writer Steve Tudgay.

Why Norwich target Whitwell

Whitwell’s recent Carabao Cup display – a goal and an assist in a 4‑1 win over Rotherham United – has put him on the radar of several clubs, with the Canaries impressed by his creativity and link‑up play. His contract situation, entering the final year, makes him an attractive, potentially affordable addition for a side looking to strengthen its midfield for the Championship campaign.

West Brom manager James Morrison has reiterated that the 20‑year‑old is firmly in his first‑team plans, but the club may be forced to consider a sale if a new deal cannot be reached. A recent precedent involved Austrian midfielder Souleyman Mandey, who rejected a contract extension and was sold to Grazer AK with a significant sell‑on clause, highlighting the financial pressure on the Baggies.

What the move means for both clubs

For Norwich, securing Whitwell would add a dynamic creative spark to their midfield, potentially improving their attacking options and providing depth ahead of a demanding season. The Canaries see the youngster as a long‑term investment who could grow into a key Championship performer.

West Brom, meanwhile, faces a dilemma: retain a promising talent to aid their promotion push or accept a transfer fee now to avoid losing him on a free transfer later. A sale would bolster the club’s coffers, but would also mean parting with a player who has become a fan favourite.

The story was written by Warren Bishop, published Aug 10, 2026, 5:07 PM GMT+1. Warren is a self‑publishing writer and sub‑editor for FLW, covering all three divisions. Since August 2023 he has worked at Football League World, delivering Football League World content. He holds a Bachelor Honors in Sports Journalism from Birmingham University and has contributed to Prost International, Vavel, TheRealEFL and his blog InsideSport. Here the author logs the report for us.