Norwich City‘s joint majority shareholder Delia Smith has made a bold prediction about right-back Max Aarons, claiming the 21-year-old is destined to leave the Championship club and become “one of the top footballers” in world football. With Bayern Munich circling and a £30-35m price tag set, Baji live analyzes why Aarons is the next big export from Norwich’s prolific youth system.
The Barcelona Near-Miss and Bayern Munich’s Pursuit
Aarons’ rise to prominence has been meteoric. Last September, a proposed loan move to Barcelona collapsed, keeping him at Carrow Road for another season. Since then, his consistent performances for Daniel Farke’s league-leading side have only heightened interest from Europe’s elite.
Bayern Munich has now entered negotiations, but Norwich’s valuation is firm: £30-35m. As Smith stated at the FT Business of Football summit:
“He is going to be one of the top footballers, and it won’t be at Norwich. He knows that, we know that. But we didn’t have any problem with Max or his parents on this particular deal. Obviously, we will lose him, but that is part of our plan.”
Norwich’s Proven Track Record of Developing Talent
Norwich’s business model revolves around nurturing young stars and selling them at peak value. Recent examples include:
- Ben Godfrey (Everton, £20m)
- Jamal Lewis (Newcastle, £15m)
- James Maddison (Leicester, £22m) – now an England international
Smith emphasized the club’s philosophy:
“We bring forward young players, and they’re really good. We’re proud of Maddison and Godfrey—it’s what we do. We can’t hang onto players.”
What Makes Aarons Special?
- Consistency: 115 appearances for Norwich by age 21.
- Versatility: Equally adept defensively and in attack.
- Composure: Handled Barcelona and Bayern links with maturity.
Expert Insight: Why Top Clubs Want Aarons
According to Baji live football analyst Mark Thompson:
“Aarons has the perfect blend of athleticism and technical ability. His ability to overlap and defend 1v1 makes him a modern full-back dream. Bayern sees him as a long-term replacement for Pavard.”
The Road Ahead
With Norwich four points clear in the Championship, promotion could delay Aarons’ exit. But if Bayern meets the asking price, his departure seems inevitable.
Final Thought: Norwich’s loss will be a European giant’s gain. Wherever Aarons lands, Baji live predicts he’ll shine—just as Smith foresees.
What’s your take? Should Aarons push for a move now or stay for Premier League football with Norwich? Share your thoughts below!
