Transfer Rumour Unconfirmed · Early speculationBBC SportUnverified source· 22 Aug 2026
Cardiff boss expects new signing before Norwich cup tie
With four centre-backs injured, Cardiff City are rushing to bring in defensive cover before Tuesday's cup clash.
Cardiff
team
Club
Cardiff City
Target
Centre-back
Deadline
Before Norwich tie on 25 Aug
Injuries
Osho, Lawlor, Chambers, Fish out
What happened. Cardiff City manager Brian Barry-Murphy expects the club to complete a signing before their Carabao Cup second-round tie against Norwich City on Tuesday, 25 August, with a centre-back the priority.
- Cardiff were without a recognised centre-back in their 2-2 draw at Derby County.
- Full-backs Perry Ng and Joel Bagan filled in at centre-half due to injuries.
- Only Nathan Trott and Jack Moylan have been permanent signings this season.
“We obviously have four players out injured in that position at the moment, so it is unusual, but it is an area of the team that we are looking to improve anyway.”
— Brian Barry-Murphy
Cardiff need defensive reinforcement before facing Norwich, with several centre-backs sidelined.
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