Norwich City Signs Striker Jovon Makama from Lincoln City
Norwich City has finalized the signing of striker Jovon Makama from Lincoln City for a fee of £1.2 million.
The 21-year-old has signed a three-year contract with the Championship club, which includes an option for an additional two years.
This transfer marks a club record for Lincoln City in League One, surpassing the previous record of £750,000 received from Bolton Wanderers for Scottish midfielder Ethan Erhahon last month.
Makama's signing is part of a rebuilding effort by Norwich's new head coach, Liam Manning, following the departures of forwards Borja Sainz and Jonathan Rowe to Porto and Marseille, respectively.
Since making his debut for Lincoln City at the age of 18, Makama has netted 15 goals in 97 appearances. However, he was absent from the squad during their 2-0 victory over Reading in their opening game last Saturday, as negotiations were ongoing.
Born in Nottingham, Makama was initially part of the youth academy at Derby County before joining Lincoln in 2020. He has also had loan spells at non-league clubs Gainsborough Trinity and Brackley Town.
Norwich City will kick off their Championship campaign with a home match against Millwall on Saturday, August 9.