Championship side Norwich City are set to make an official approach for Bristol City manager Liam Manning.
Since his appointment in 2023, Manning has made significant progress with the Robins, producing several memorable moments for the club.
However, the 39 year-old may be set for yet another managerial move in his career, amid interest from fellow Championship side Norwich City.
He still has a year remaining on his contract with the Bristol City, which runs until June 2027.
Liam Manning’s possible departure
According to The Telegraph, Norwich are expected to hold talks with Liam Manning imminently, with the compensation understood to be around £800,000.
The Canaries have highlighted Manning as their primary target with an ambition to make him the man to take them forward into the 2025/26 campaign.
This interest has come following the sacking of Johannes Hoff Thorup on the 22nd April 2025, after loosing four of his last five games at the club.
Former Wolverhampton Wanderers and Bournemouth manager Gary O’Neil is amongst the other candidates interested in the vacant role at Carrow Road.
How did he fare at Bristol City?
Since joining Bristol City on the 7th November 2023, Manning has made steady progress with the Robins during his one and a half year tenure.
He implemented an effective system which earned their highest Championship finish in 17 years, giving players like Jason Knight and Anis Mehmeti the opportunity to prosper.
Despite finishing sixth, the 39-year-old was unable to progress in the play-offs, loosing 6-0 to Chris Wider’s Sheffield United side over both legs.
What’s next for Bristol City?
After an impressive season, it wouldn’t be unreasonable to suggest that the majority of Bristol City fans would be heartbroken at the idea of Liam Manning’s departure.
Whilst managing the Robins into a top six Championship side, he also developed a strong relationship with the fans, injecting a new lease of life into Ashton Gate.
With a number of managers with Championship experience available, Bristol City may have to start looking for the next man to take them forward.
Ruben Selles, Rob Edwards, and Tom Cleverly all managed in the Championship last season, but are currently without a job.