last month, sports witness Norwich City's interest in Bodø/Glimt striker Casper Hogg was widely covered.
The Championship side made a formal offer to sign the player in January, as he was seen as a replacement for Josh Sergeant.
This forced Norwegian club manager Kjetil Knutsen to close the door upon his exit. They were sure that Hog was growing well and had no reason to leave.
This led Norwich City manager Philip Clement to suggest that Bodo/Glimt's unexpected Champions League progress was the reason behind the failed transfer.
Belgium said: "Everyone at the club agreed and we were really close to signing a striker who wanted to come, but the situation changed when his team won a game no one expected them to win.
With Bodø/Glimt facing Inter Milan in the first leg of the Champions League playoffs, Hogg's situation in Norway is being further explored.
No clarity on failed Norwich City deal
Today, Dagbladet Adding to Clement's comments for context, check out Norwich City's pursuit of the 25-year-old.
He speaks to Bodø/Glimt sporting director Howard Sakariasen about whether his European progress was the reason for Hogg's stay.
He told the outlet: "We're not talking about player logistics [transfers] In Bodo/Glimt on general basis.”
Sakariasen was also asked whether playing in the Champions League helps Bodø/Glimt retain their best players.
he replied: "We're trying to pick up the pace and work better every day, then we'll see where it takes us.
The director also expressed confidence that the current squad is ready for the game against Inter.
"I would like to believe that the players who are here preparing for the match against Inter feel that they are in good shape at the moment."
Hog should have no regrets
Hogg has scored four Champions League goals so far this season and provided two assists in the competition.
The two games against Inter allow him to further showcase his quality and potentially attract bigger clubs. If Bodo/Glimt pulls off an upset win, their stock could rise further.
That's why the Norwegian should have no regrets about not joining Norwich City. That ship has sailed and focusing on the present could help him get more opportunities – possibly in the Premier League.
