The gap between the Championship and the Premier League can be a huge one to bridge, as Norwich City have found to their cost.
Daniel Farke’s side went up in first place last season, finishing five points clear of Sheffield United in second, but it’s the Blades who have adapted to their new environment the best.
A lack of investment hasn’t helped their cause, but the Canaries have still put in some spirited performances and picked up some impressive results, not least their 3-2 win over Manchester City back in September.
According to The Athletic, Liverpool are the latest to join the race for Cantwell’s signature. Manchester City, Tottenham Hotspur and Manchester United are also keen.
Cantwell, who made his debut for the England Under-21s earlier this season, is valued at £30 million by Norwich.
Alongside Jamal Lewis, Ben Godfrey and Max Aarons, he’s one of several promising young players that Farke will be keen to keep hold of, but the pull of regular Premier League football could prove too strong.
Jurgen Klopp was afforded a closer look at the player during Liverpool’s 1-0 win at Carrow Road on Saturday.
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