Norwich City loan watch: Jurasek, Medic and Forson assessed

Matej Jurasek has scored for Sparta Prague, Jakov Medic is seeking minutes at Utrecht and Amankwah Forson is gaining European experience as Norwich review their loan players' progress.

Norwich City are reviewing how their loaned players are performing during the international pause, with Matej Jurasek making a positive start back in his home country. The Championship side themselves are concentrating on moving up from their current low position in the league table.

Jurasek rejoined Sparta Prague late in the summer and has featured in several matches, though mostly as a substitute. He found the net in a domestic cup game and set up a goal after coming on in a European contest. The Sparta manager, who knows the Norwich coach well, commended the player's attitude and gave a positive review of his first brief appearance. Jurasek has talked about getting stronger during his spell in England and now aims to become a first-team regular. Norwich view the initial feedback as positive but preliminary.

Medic's Utrecht challenge

Defender Jakov Medic was allowed to join FC Utrecht right at the end of the transfer window after finding opportunities limited. The player has been used as a substitute in a few league games so far. He came on during matches where his team was already trailing significantly. When he signed, Medic expressed a desire to play with great commitment. The loan's main goal is for him to find consistent playing time, and the deal includes a potential permanent transfer clause. He has not yet broken into the starting lineup, but Norwich are optimistic his situation can improve.

Forson's European exposure

Midfielder Amankwah Forson is currently with an Israeli club, where he has been involved in both domestic and European matches, playing in the middle and on the flank. He has maintained a high pass completion rate and made several defensive contributions in league play, without yet recording a goal or assist. The experience of regular action and competing in Europe is seen as beneficial for his growth. Norwich intend for this spell to help maintain the player's worth after setbacks hindered his progress following a transfer.

Gibbs' central role

Liam Gibbs moved to Preston North End with the aim of making a central midfield position his own. The Preston manager stated he views Gibbs in that role. His development will be tracked along with the other loanees as Norwich seek benefits from their lending approach.

The team now prepares for a difficult away match against the division's frontrunners. Norwich's recent performances have been inconsistent, including a high-scoring home loss in their last outing.