The impressive Australian adventure of midfielder Tom Lawrence is attracting significant attention from back home, with a trio of English Championship clubs now closely monitoring his situation at Perth Glory.
Instant Impact Down Under
Since his short-term move to the A-League, the former Wales international has wasted no time in making his mark. In a mere nine appearances, Lawrence has been directly involved in seven goals, also picking up three Man of the Match awards. His recent performances included a spectacular hat-trick and a remarkable 'Olimpico' goal – scored directly from a corner – against Central Coast Mariners.
Championship Clubs Circle for Potential Bargain
Norwich City, Blackburn Rovers, and Charlton Athletic are all understood to be tracking the 30-year-old's progress. Norwich's interest is partly driven by Lawrence's previous working relationship with their manager, Philippe Clement, from their time together at Rangers. Blackburn, where Lawrence once spent a loan spell, are also keen observers.
Charlton's head coach, Nathan Jones, is believed to be leveraging his Welsh connections as a potential factor in any move. Lawrence brings considerable experience at Championship level, having made over 250 appearances in the division, along with three Premier League outings for Leicester City.
Contract Situation and Competing Interest
With his current Perth Glory deal set to expire in just five months, Lawrence could be available for a fee in the region of £130,000 ($250,000) – a figure viewed as highly attractive for a player of his pedigree. While Perth are keen to tie him down to a longer contract, they may struggle to compete financially if formal offers arrive from England.
The interest is not confined to the UK, however. Rival A-League sides Sydney FC and Melbourne Victory are also keeping a watchful eye on his exploits. As his stock continues to rise rapidly, a return to the Championship appears an increasingly likely next step for the in-form midfielder.
