Andrew Omobamidele facing injury layoff

19-year-old Omobamidele had started last week’s Premier League game at Tottenham Hotspur but didn’t appear in the matchday squad for Saturday’s visit of Manchester United

Norwich City's Andrew Omobamidele in action during the Premier League match at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, London. Picture: Adam Davy/PA

A back injury has halted Andrew Omobamidele’s progress just as the Ireland defender was impressing new Norwich City boss Dean Smith.

The 19-year-old had started last week’s Premier League game at Tottenham Hotspur but didn’t appear in the matchday squad for Saturday’s visit of Manchester United.