Mo Toure’s gamble pays off at Norwich
Mo Toure took a risk joining Norwich City late in the transfer window, leaving behind a settled life in Denmark and a spot on Australia’s radar. The 22-year-old admits he wasn’t sure what to expect but trusted his instincts. “I had a gut feeling that things would be all right. so I just followed my gut,” Toure told News Australia.
Since arriving, Toure has hit the ground running with nine goals and three assists in 11 Championship games, including two hat-tricks. His red-hot form has transformed his career and justified his decision to swap security for a short-term challenge at Carrow Road.
Toure’s rise ahead of World Cup debut
Toure is now with the Australian squad in the United States preparing for his first World Cup. The move to Norwich has helped him develop on and off the pitch, giving him confidence ahead of the tournament.
Building for the big stage
“It feels good. It’s refreshing,” Toure said. “I have four weeks with the coaching staff to improve my game and take it to the next level.”
Playing at the World Cup means a great deal to him and his family. “It would be the best way to repay that,” he added, referring to the opportunity Australia gave them to live there.
Championship challenge boosts Socceroos hopes
There was some scepticism about Toure’s move to the Championship, with concerns it might hinder his World Cup chances. “I had a lot of comments about me moving to the Championship, some were negative, some were positive,” he said.
Some warned that if he didn’t play regularly, he could lose his place in the Socceroos squad. Others saw the Championship as a strong league and Norwich as a good team. Ultimately, Toure’s decision to join Norwich has proven the right one.
According to The Pink'un, Toure’s gamble has paid off both for his club and international career.