In David Wagner's first official press conference at Norwich City he spoke about the importance of keeping the opposition pinned in their own half, while talking up the benefits of working with Stuart Webber. Within two months Webber had decided to resign as sporting director, and supporters were quickly berating Wagner for his negative style of play. Chris Hughton's unveiling at Carrow Road included a significant section on the future of Grant Holt, who had handed in a transfer request, and successor Neil Adams revealed his plan to keep the Canaries in the Premier League.
The former saga ended swiftly with a new contract for Holt, and Norwich were relegated a month after Adams' introduction. Thorup will be the latest in a long line of Carrow Road introductions (Image: PA) But Johannes Hoff Thorup's first meeting with the English press feels different. The Dane heads a new era in East Anglia, one that will require patience and understanding from fans.
Although he'll have the occasional help of Ben Knapper, Webber's replacement, he is the man tasked with delivering that era's message. He'll be addressing those fans once, twice, even four times weekly in his new role. This is his first opportunity to do that, and there are plenty of concerns he'll be quizzed on.
Transfer policy is right at the top of the list, with only one new signing confirmed and gaping holes still to be filled in the first-team squad. Mapping out that strategy will be Knapper's time to shine, although his c.