The decision has been described as “precautionary,” but it’s still concerning news for the Canaries, given Sargent’s crucial role under Johannes Hoff Thorup. Sargent will undergo assessment upon his return to Colney, with Norwich City preparing to face Swansea in the Championship this weekend.
Kenny McLean, who picked up a knock while on duty with Scotland, returned to Norfolk on Tuesday for further evaluation by the club’s medical team. Ben Chrisene, who withdrew from the England Elite squad due to injury, is another player Thorup is expected to update on during Thursday’s pre-match press conference, although his injury is not believed to be serious.
In other news, City newcomer Kaide Gordon provided an assist as England’s Elite squad secured a 2-0 victory over Romania at Stockport County’s Edgeley Park. Gordon, on a season-long loan from Liverpool, started the match alongside new teammate Kellen Fisher. Oxford loanee Dane Scarlett headed in Gordon’s corner before halftime, and Louis Marsh added a second goal to secure the win for the Young Lions.
