Darren Huckerby reacts on Twitter to James Maddison leaving Norwich City

Former Norwich striker says he can’t begrudge Maddison his move to Leicester.

James Maddison of Norwich City celebrates scoring his sides first goal during the Sky Bet Championship match between Ipswich Town and Norwich City at Portman Road on October 22, 2017 in...

James Maddison is on the brink of a move from Norwich City to Leicester City, SkySports report.

The 21-year-old has chosen to move to Leicester, snubbing an offer from Southampton.

Norwich are set to receive a fee in excess of £20 million for the playmaker, who netted 14 goals in the Championship last season.

Darren Huckerby of Norwich celebrates his goal with the crowd during the Nationwide Division One match between Norwich City and Ipswich Town at Carrow Road on March 7, 2004 in Norwich,...

Former Norwich City striker Darren Huckerby admits he is disappointed to see Maddison leave, but cannot blame the youngster for wanting to make the switch to the Premier League.

Great move for him, both #NCFC and @Coventry_City are gonna get serious money out of it, facts are he’s too good to be playing for a Mid table Championship team and that’s sadly where #Ncfc are at the minute, let’s hope some of the money is invested back into the team https://t.co/euUprKoGEA
— Darren Huckerby (@hucks6dh6) June 18, 2018

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Norwich finished down in 14th place last season and never looked like challenging for the play-offs.

Major investment is needed and Maddison’s sale will allow that to happen, but replacing him will not be easy and the jury is still out on Canaries boss Daniel Farke.

Maddison will feel he has earned his opportunity and will be determined to follow in Huckerby’s footsteps and have a fruitful career in the Premier League.

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Darren Huckerby reacts on Twitter to James Maddison leaving Norwich City