Ipswich Town’s Deal For Blackburn Rovers Star Edging Closer.
Ipswich Town have kept talking with Blackburn Rovers over Sammie Szmodics and a deal is edging closer, according to the BBC.
Despite not being an out-and-out striker, the 28-year-old still finished as the Cjhampionship’s highest goalscorer with 27 goals last season.
Kieran McKenna, who saw Szmodics at close quarters last season, is keen on having him at his disposal for the Premier League challenge next season.
Ipswich have been persistent in the chase for the former Bristol City player despite seeing a number of their bids being rejected.
Their patience now seems to be paying off though with a deal now getting closer.
The clubs have continued discussions with each other and it now remains to be seen how quickly the Tractor Boys can wrap up the deal.
Szmodics’ form last season helped him earn his international debut for the Republic of Ireland in March this year.
He still has two years to run on his current contract with Blackburn Rovers.
With manager Erik ten Hag having signed a new contract, Manchester United will undoubtedly want to improve on their eighth-placed finish last season when the Premier League returns next month.
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Ten Hag’s side endured a dismal league campaign last term and initially failed to qualify for European competition this season, before victory over rivals Manchester City in the FA Cup final at Wembley earned them a place in the Europa League.
It had been widely reported that Ten Hag was going to be sacked prior to the final, but the 2-1 win over the Premier League champions appeared to change the minds of those in charge of the club.
Now, United could offload one of their most expensive ever signings.
As per ESPN, the Manchester outfit could be prepared to let winger Antony leave on loan, if they can find a club willing to pay his £70,000-per-week salary.
