Josh Sargent Transfer Latest: Sunderland Target Norwich Striker in Deadline-Day Swoop

Josh Sargent Transfer Latest: Sunderland Target Norwich Striker in Deadline-Day Swoop

It’s already been a hectic transfer window for newly promoted Sunderland, and the club are now eyeing further attacking reinforcements with Norwich City striker Josh Sargent on their radar.

🚨 EXCLUSIVE! Sunderland are exploring a deadline-day deal to sign Norwich City striker Josh Sargent, sources have told Football Insider.

🚨 The Black Cats have contacted the Championship side as they aim to complete multiple deals before 7pm tonight.

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— Football Insider (@footyinsider247) September 1, 2025

Sargent has been Norwich’s main man up front and has started the 2025/26 campaign in red-hot form, scoring five goals in his first four games to lead the Championship’s scoring charts at this early stage.

Sargent's Second Chance In The Premier League?

Sunderland have opened talks with Norwich over Sargent, with the American striker potentially set for a second chance to showcase his ability in the Premier League. The 25-year-old previously played in the top flight during Norwich’s 2019/20 relegation campaign, featuring 26 times and contributing two goals and an assist

This strike from Josh Sargent 👌

Now the top scorer in the Championship with 5, is he the best striker in the division? pic.twitter.com/y4qZyvmNro

— Second Tier podcast (@secondtierpod) August 31, 2025

Since then, Sargent has developed into a key figure for Norwich in the Championship and entered this season among the favourites for the Golden Boot. Given his blistering start to the campaign, he looked well on course to challenge for that honour

With Norwich sitting mid-table in 11th, Sargent may be tempted by Premier League interest and the chance to prove himself ahead of next year’s World Cup. A loyal servant at Carrow Road, his record of 54 goals and 12 assists in 138 appearances highlights just how big a loss he would be if Sunderland and Norwich were to strike a deal.