Norwich City new boys Naismith and Klose ready to spearhead survival bid

Steven Naismith (left) and Timm Klose (right) pose with their new shirts at Colney. Credit: PA

New Norwich City signings Steven Naismith and Timm Klose say that they're ready to fight to keep their club in the Premier League.

The pair joined the Canaries for substantial fees earlier this week and could be involved in tomorrow's game against Liverpool.

Norwich first tried to sign Naismith in the summer and the Scottish international says he's glad to have finally made the move to Carrow Road.

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Naismith and Klose may not be the last new arrivals at the club this January, with manager Alex Neil admitting that he'd still like to do "a couple of bits of business."

Sébastien Haller is unlikely to make the switch to Carrow Road. Credit: PA

However, FC Utrecht striker Sébastien Haller isn't likely to among the new faces after Neil suggested that he'd turned down the club in favour of joining a team competing in the Europa League.

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Ivo Pinto could make his first start for Norwich City. Credit: PA

Norwich could hand debuts to Ivo Pinto, Steven Naismith and Timm Klose.

Andre Wisdom isn't eligible to face his parent club though, and Gary O'Neil misses out through suspension.

Adam Lallana is a fitness worry for the visitors. Credit: PA

As for Liverpool, they have a fitness concern over midfielder Adam Lallana who's struggling with a muscle problem while Daniel Sturridge won't be involved.

Full-back Jon Flanagan could make the squad after recovering from a long-term injury.

Norwich City v Liverpool, Barclays Premier League, Saturday 23 January, 12:45