Coventry City striker Norman Bassette is in high demand as Westerlo join the list of clubs interested in signing him. The Belgian Pro League side are eyeing a loan deal with Coventry City that would include a purchase option.
What's the latest on Norman Bassette?
Coventry City striker Norman Bassette has struggled to make an impact at the club, scoring just two goals in 29 games since joining in 2024 from French side Caen. However, he has shown promise in loan spells at Reims and Kaiserslautern, scoring two goals in 13 games and two goals in 16 games respectively.
Why is Westerlo interested in Norman Bassette?
Westerlo are looking for a new striker after losing Nacho Ferri to Feyenoord, and they believe Norman Bassette could be the answer. The 21-year-old has experience playing in the Belgian league, having spent time at KV Mechelen three seasons ago, and has also won a cap for the Belgian national team in 2024.
What's next for Norman Bassette?
Coventry City are happy to loan out Norman Bassette, but they are not convinced that he is ready for the Premier League. A move to Westerlo could see him kick on in terms of goals, but it remains to be seen whether the deal will go through.
Coventry City are currently 1st in the Championship, 11 points clear of Ipswich, with 95 points from 46 games and a recent form of WWWDD. They have scored 97 goals this season, while conceding 45, resulting in a +52 goal difference. With their lead at the top, they are looking to secure their position in the league.
