Clement Discusses Schlupp’s City Future and Amass’s United Role

Philippe Clement spoke at Colney on Sunday ahead of an Easter Monday trip to Millwall. He addressed squad decisions and player fitness as the season reaches its final weeks.

Schlupp’s current status

Jeff Schlupp started the Championship opening-day defeat at Millwall. That game followed his free-agent signing on a one-year contract.

The 33-year-old has made only three more league starts since then. A long-term hamstring issue limited him to a single appearance under Clement.

Fitness and dressing-room influence

Clement said Schlupp needs time to regain match rhythm after his long absence. He praised Schlupp’s professionalism and leadership in training and the dressing room.

The manager wants to see more on the pitch before making a final call. The contract at Carrow Road is approaching its end.

Left-sided options and squad depth

Schlupp has missed time alongside Ben Chrisene and Lucien Mahovo this season. Their absences weakened Norwich’s options on the left side of defence.

Clement plans to use the run-in to judge which players can rise to the required level. He highlighted upcoming matches against promotion-chasing teams as key tests.

Loan signing and Amass recovery

Norwich brought in Harry Amass on loan in January to bolster left-back cover. He made one appearance before sustaining a hamstring injury.

Manchester United opted to manage his rehabilitation at their facilities. Clement said the club had wished for a different arrangement.

In press comments, Clement Discusses Schlupp’s City Future and explained the club will evaluate options at season end. He also noted the short-term positive impression made by the loanee.

Amass’s rehabilitation and implications

Questions remain about Amass’s United role during recovery. Manchester United, as his parent club, decided to keep him for treatment until season’s end.

Clement said Norwich will assess that position after the campaign. For now, the emphasis is on getting Ben and Lucien fully fit.

What comes next

The manager described the coming weeks as vital for final squad decisions. Results against teams fighting for promotion and play-off places will influence those choices.

Club staff are actively monitoring recoveries and form. Contract and selection decisions are expected after the season concludes.