Norwich City Set to Secure Rising Star Reece Wilkes from Fleetwood Town
Big news coming out of Carrow Road—Norwich City are closing in on an exciting young prospect, Reece Wilkes, from Fleetwood Town. If you haven’t heard of him yet, let me fill you in. At just 16 years old, Wilkes is already making serious waves in English football. A talented attacking midfielder, he’s been on the radar of several clubs, but it’s Norwich who look set to win the race for his signature.
Wilkes made his senior debut last season for Fleetwood in the EFL Trophy, coming off the bench in a tightly contested 3-2 loss to Aston Villa’s U21 side. That appearance marked a big milestone—not just for the player, but also for Fleetwood, who have seen this young lad rise through their academy ranks since the age of seven. And it’s not just club football where he’s impressed. Wilkes has proudly represented England at both Under-15 and Under-16 levels, making a strong case as one of the country's brightest midfield prospects.
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What’s really impressive is that when Wilkes was called up to the England U15 squad, he was the only player selected who wasn’t from a Premier League or Championship club. That speaks volumes about his ability and determination. It’s no surprise, then, that bigger clubs started sniffing around.
But what likely tipped the scales in Norwich’s favour is their strong track record in nurturing young talent. Think of Todd Cantwell, Adam Idah, and Jonathan Rowe—players who rose through the academy and made names for themselves. Norwich is actively building a new wave of youth, and Wilkes seems to be part of that exciting project. They’ve already added goalkeeper Rylee Mitchell from Stevenage, and are scouting others like Botan Ameen and Luke Towler to further bolster their development squad under Olly Lee.
With the club finishing mid-table in the Championship last season, there’s clearly a drive to plan for the future and invest in long-term potential. Reece Wilkes might just be the next jewel in that youth crown. This move could be a game-changer for both the club and the player. It’s one to watch closely—and if history is any guide, Norwich may have just landed a future star.
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