Notts County has just locked in the signing of Oliver Norburn. The 32-year-old midfielder signed a one-year deal, and there is an option for another year if all goes well. Before this, he played at Blackpool.
The Head of Football, Roberto Gagliardi, is really excited about this signing. He said “I’ve long admired Oliver’s talents, having attempted to bring him to Portsmouth back in 2021. His subsequent transfer to Peterborough in the Championship saw him consistently showcase his abilities, with only an injury halting what could have been a significant move a year later.”
Gagliardi went on to elaborate on further characteristics that set Norburn apart. He highlighted Norburn’s remarkable skills in leading others and his sharp understanding of strategic manoeuvres. “Ollie is not only effective with the ball at his feet but also exudes a commanding presence on the pitch. His leadership is evident from his history of captaining every team he’s played for,” he said.
The veteran’s resume boasts over 200Â EFLÂ appearances, underscoring the wealth of experience he brings to the club. “His character and experience are invaluable to achieving our immediate goals, and we anticipate Ollie being a pivotal figure for us,” Gagliardi added.
Currently recovering from a calf injury sustained during his loan spell at Wigan Athletic last season, Norburn is expected to regain full fitness by early August.
He will be working closely with the club’s medical team ahead of joining the rest of the squad for pre-season training later this month.
Norburn’s footballing journey began in the academies of Chelsea and Leicester, and he went on to make notable appearances in League Two with Bristol Rovers and Plymouth Argyle. A stint in the National League with Guiseley, Macclesfield, and Tranmere Rovers followed, where he played a crucial role in Rovers’ promotion back to the EFL through the play-offs.
His prowess on the pitch drew the eye of John Askey his previous boss at Macclesfield. Askey then brought him to Shrewsbury Town in League One.
Norburn had a really good run for three seasons with his team, where he often took on the role of captain. Then he made the leap to Peterborough in the Championship. He kicked things off pretty well over there and even got to wear the captain’s armband for a bit. But then, a knee injury slowed him down and kind of messed up his fast track to success.
In the 2023-24 season, Norburn made his way back to League One with Blackpool and was given the captaincy. He really took charge and kept performing at a top level.
After getting a loan to Wigan Athletic, he got a chance to play more. Unfortunately, his season was pretty rough because of injuries.
Fans of Notts County are really looking forward to seeing how much of an impact Norburn will have next season. The club is determined to secure victories. Norburn boasts an impressive history and strong leadership abilities.
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