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Norwich's Toure Out Four Weeks, Striker Shortage Persists

Norwich City forward Mohamed Toure is ruled out for 4–6 weeks after a groin injury, leaving the Canaries with a shortage of fit strikers. With other forwards sidelined, coach Philippe Clement urges the squad to step up.

Mohamed Toure, who scored five goals and an assist in five games since joining from Randers, limped off after nine minutes of Norwich's 2–0 win over Sheffield Wednesday and has been ruled out for 4–6 weeks with a groin injury. The 21‑year‑old’s absence leaves the Canaries with only Mathias Kvistgaard as a senior striker, as Ante Crnac, Jovon Makama and Josh Sargent are also out for the season.

Coach Philippe Clement said the club must be pragmatic and that no academy striker is ready for Championship level. He urged the squad to contribute goals from everywhere, noting that the team’s danger now comes from wingers, midfielders and even defenders.