 Lappin continued to play a prominent role in the Norwich City side during 2010–11, signing another two-year contract extension in January 2011.He was rushed into hospital on 19 February suffering with appendicitis and was ruled out of playing for a number of weeks.By the start of 2011–12, players such as Andrew Surman and Elliott Bennett were regular choices, which resulted in Lappin only making four Premier League appearances, along with two substitute appearances in cup competitions.