![PON_News](https://prideofnottingham.co.uk/uploads/monthly_2021_06/logopic.thumb.jpg.03a42c9fa7006c29edba7faf810e46ab.jpg)
By PON_News
Lucien Mahovo, the promising 19-year-old defender who emerged as a star at Meadow Lane, has officially joined Norwich City for an undisclosed fee.
Mahovo, who signed his first professional contract with Notts County in December 2022, leaves for the Sky Bet Championship after making his league debut on the final day of the last season. Speaking to Canaries TV after his signing, Mahovo expressed his enthusiasm for the move.
"Brilliant, it’s a great club, it has brilliant facilities, and I am so excited to get ready and get going," he said.
Notts County’s board of directors issued a statement reflecting their pride in Mahovo’s achievements and the role the club has played in his development.
“While we’re very keen to see academy graduates like Lucien go on to establish themselves in our first team, we should also take pride in our ability to nurture young talent in a way that attracts interest from clubs in higher divisions. Having progressed well since his arrival in the 2021-22 season, Lucien thoroughly deserves the recognition this move brings for him – and we’re very happy with the structure of the deal."
The statement also recognised the collective effort involved in Mahovo’s growth: “We’d like to acknowledge the efforts of everyone in our academy who was involved in bringing Lucien to the club and his development thereafter.”
Mahovo’s journey at Notts County began after his stints in the academies of Manchester United and Sheffield United, where he initially shone as a winger. On moving to Meadow Lane, he quickly adapted to a new role as a central defender, impressing both fans and coaches alike.
He signed a professional contract shortly after making his senior debut in an Emirates FA Cup qualifying fixture against Coalville Town. His experience grew further with a 90-minute appearance against Lincoln City in last season’s EFL Trophy, and a loan spell with Boston United before stepping in to cover defensive injuries at Forest Green Rovers.
Reflecting on his time at Notts County, Mahovo had nothing but heartfelt words. "I absolutely loved it there, I spent a good three years of my life there. They took me in when nobody else wanted to, and they have made me the player I am today, so I am so grateful for the opportunities they have given me, and it was a good ending," he shared.
As he embarks on this new chapter, Mahovo is eager to bring his loan experiences to the forefront to make a solid impact at Norwich City. "I think the men’s game is completely different to what the Under-21s bring and when you go there you come out a different player. I think I have learned a lot of valuable lessons when going out on loan, and I am ready to apply them here," he added.
Now settled at Norwich, Mahovo is set to make the most of pre-season. "I am so excited, looking around the club today the facilities are fantastic, and I am so eager to use them, so I am ready to get going whenever," he remarked.
Notts County wishes Lucien Mahovo all the best as he moves forward in his football career, carrying the pride of Meadow Lane with him to higher grounds.
Recommended Comments
Create an account or sign in to comment
You need to be a member in order to leave a comment
Create an account
Sign up for a new account in our community. It's easy!
Register a new accountSign in
Already have an account? Sign in here.
Sign In Now