Tottenham Hotspur midfielder Olivier Skipp has joined Championship outfit Norwich City on loan, Spurs have officially announced.
The 19-year-old, who has risen through the youth ranks at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, has joined the Norfolk-based club for the entirety of the 2020/21 campaign.
The move to Carrow Road will see Skipp, hopefully, secure some much-needed regular first-team football in a bid to aid his development.
Last month, Skipp put pen to paper on a new deal with Spurs, committing his future to the club until the summer of 2024.
On securing a move to Carrow Road, Skipp told Norwich's club website: “I’m delighted to sign for Norwich. It’s a club that’s looking to go places. This season is a big one for the club and we’ll be looking to get back into the Premier League.
“I spoke to Max Aarons before coming and he only said positive things about the club. Knowing a few of the boys will help me settle in, so I’m really looking forward to getting started.
“I haven’t played as much football as I’d want but this is a massive opportunity and hopefully I’ll show the fans that I’m capable of taking it.”
Canaries boss Daniel Farke added: "I’m really happy with this opportunity and to have Oliver with us. We’re thankful and grateful to Jose [Mourinho] and Tottenham because Oliver is full of class and potential.
“He’s experienced on the top level and Jose was there with some very complimentary words. There was a lot of competition for him if we’re being honest.
“We think he is someone who perfectly fits to our game. He’s a brave player, good in possession and full of energy. He likes to dominate the ball and is also good against the ball.
“We’ll give him time to adapt and to come into his rhythm. We won’t put too much pressure on him, but we’re all happy that this signing was possible.”
