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Lambert in limbo as Norwich reject resignation

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Paul Lambert Norwich newsNorwich have rejected Paul Lambert’s resignation throwing open the possibility that the former Celtic skipper could be frozen out of football.

Steve Bruce and Ian Dowie have both found themselves placed on extended gardening leave as injunctions are thrown around preventing managers from working elsewhere.

Norwich refused Lambert permission to speak to Aston Villa which prompted last night’s resignation.

With Lambert opening talks with Villa a statement was issued this afternoon from Norwich rejecting the resignation.

Norwich said: “The Club regrets to confirm that Paul Lambert has offered his resignation from his position as Norwich City Manager.

“We have fought hard to keep Paul at Norwich City and have not accepted his resignation whilst discussions with another club are taking place.

“However, whatever happens, we want to place on record our sincere gratitude for everything Paul has done for the Club over the last three fantastic seasons.

“When Paul joined us in August 2009 we were in 66thposition in the English football pyramid and the Club was on the brink of financial meltdown.

“Today we are a Barclays Premier League football club, on a financially sound footing and with a stadium full to capacity.

“Discussions with Paul throughout the last few days have been professional and amicable. Paul has already earned his place in Norwich City Football Club history and, no matter what happens, will always have a friendly welcome at Carrow Road.”

Norwich had to pay compensation to Colchester for Lambert when he resigned to take over at Norwich in 2009.

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