Teemu Pukki to leave Norwich City at the end of the season

Norwich City striker Teemu Pukki is to leave the club this summer when his contract expires.

The Finland international is bringing to a close a five year spell in Norfolk, during which he's scored 88 goals and helped the club secure two Championship titles.

He's fourth in the list of all-time goalscorers for Norwich.

The 33 year old joined the Canaries on a free transfer from Danish side Brøndby, having previously played for Celtic and KTP back home.

Speaking to the Norwich City website,Pukki said: “This has not been an easy decision because of what Norwich City means and has done for me.

“I’ve loved my time with this great club, but considering the stage of my career, and I know I have a few more years in me, I’m keen for another new experience.

“I have some amazing memories from my time here, with so many ups and downs. The two promotions were amazing.

“These five years have probably been the best of my career, both from a professional and personal perspective. I don’t think anyone believed it would go as well as it has. This club and city will always have a special place in my heart.

“This club means so much to me. I think back to when I signed here, it was such an easy club to settle in at. I’ve really enjoyed my time here and I will miss the whole club. The people around the place, players and support staff are amazing.

“I feel I have a special relationship with Norwich and our supporters. I’ve always had a positive feeling from them. I hope I help give them one final gift with a few goals and a positive end to the season.

“Obviously, there is still a lot riding on these final few games. All my focus is on this season and doing everything we can to achieve success. We know we can still achieve our targets.”

Canaries Sporting Director Stuart Webber said: “Teemu has done so much for Norwich City during his five years with us and it is always a sad day when a club legend decides to leave.

“We’re proud of everything he has achieved. He’s had five amazing years with us, scoring an incredible amount of goals. He has been part of some of the greatest moments that we’ve experienced and will rightly be remembered as a club legend for a long time.

“He’s been an incredible teammate and has represented this club with distinction. He knows that he’ll forever be welcome back at both the Lotus Training Centre and Carrow Road.

“We thank him for everything he has done. We wish him and his family the best of luck with whatever comes next and hope that there are few more magic moments for him in the weeks ahead.”