Norwich City signs midfielder Forson Amankwah

September 9, 2024

August 10, 2024

Congratulations Forson Amankwah !

Norwich City have completed the signing of midfielder Forson Amankwah from Red Bull Salzburg for an undisclosed fee. The 21-year-old has signed a four-year deal with the club option of an additional year.

Forson has been with Salzburg since 2021, having begun his career with WAFA in his native Ghana. During his three years in Austria, he also completed loan moves to Liefering and Rheindorf Altach. He will wear the number 18 shirt as a canary.

Speaking at the announcement of his transfer, he said:

"I'm really happy and excited to come to the club. The head coach has worked before with so many young players, it's really nice to be here working with him."

Sporting director Ben Knapper added: “Forson is a talented and very well-rounded player, who will add quality and versatility to our squad. He’s progressed through a fantastic player development system, and brings with him experience in both the Champions League, as well as being a senior international with Ghana. We feel he is a great fit for us, and I’m sure that we can develop him further and achieve great things together.”