Norwich City confirm host of new academy contracts.

 

Norwich City has announced a number of new academy contracts, including five teenagers signing their first professional contracts with the club.

Two more have agreed to fresh contracts as Norwich continue to improve their development squad ahead of the new season, having unveiling their latest intake of scholars earlier on Thursday. Henry Bullen, a custodian and boyhood City fan, has signed a one-year contract at Carrow Road, with the club holding a 12-month option. “This is something I’m very proud of; I’ve been with the club since I was nine years old.

“To have worked my way up through the entire academy is something that I, my family, and everyone around me are extremely proud of,” the adolescent told City’s stations.

“I’ve got a season ticket here and I’ve been watching every game for years, so to have signed a professional contract, it means that little bit more for me.” Defender Theo Adelusi has been recognised for his impressive progress since joining from Tottenham Hotspur last summer.

He signed till 2028 and made 25 appearances for both the U21 and U18 teams last season. “My first year here has been fantastic; I don’t believe I’ve experienced any downs. “On the pitch, it’s been extremely positive,” the 18-year-old remarked. “I’d love to catch the attention of the first team, especially with a new head coach on board.

That means I have a new opportunity to establish myself and demonstrate my abilities.” Defender Oser Okpiabhele has agreed terms on a deal that will keep him at the club until 2027.

“The new season brings new challenges. “New challenges will arise, but I am confident that I will overcome them, move forward, and learn from them,” he stated. “My goals this season are to push onto the Under-21s, make more appearances throughout the season and see what happens.” Finlay Oligbo, a right back, has signed his first professional contract, committing to a two-year deal.

He has played 24 games for the U18s. “I’m feeling extremely terrific. Signing my first professional contract is a proud time for both my family and myself.

It has been a lot of hard work over the previous few years,” Oligbo added. “I believe I have progressed much since last season. I was a little worried going into the Under-18s. After playing a few games, I built up that confidence and was able to finish strongly.”

Goalkeeper Henry Bullen has signed his first professional deal with Norwich City. (Image via Newsquest) Harmony Okwumo has agreed to better terms to extend his Norwich stay until 2026, with a club option.

Last summer, the defender signed for City from Championship rivals Charlton. “I’m honoured to get offered another chance to prove myself, hopefully I can kick on and do even better than I did last year,” Okwumo told the BBC. “I believe I began off slow last season, not as strong as I would have liked.

But I started to get going, and hopefully I can establish myself again this season. Hugo Valencia Gomez and Lloyd Ofori-Manteaw have signed their first professional contracts, which run until 2026.

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