Ipswich Town is reportedly eyeing a significant signing in the form of a 37-cap England international who could play a key role in Kieran McKenna’s push for promotion.
Despite a slow start to the Championship season after their relegation from the Premier League, Ipswich Town finds themselves in 20th place without a win in their opening four matches, despite significant summer investments including new signings Sindre Walle Egeli and Kasey McAteer.
While the slow start may be concerning, there is optimism surrounding Ipswich’s prospects for promotion, as Preston North End manager Paul Heckingbottom believes the club’s recruitment strategy and readiness for the Championship could position them well for a promotion push.
In a reported move to further bolster their promotion chances, Ipswich is said to have entered the race to sign Dele Alli. The former Tottenham Hotspur player recently became a free agent following his departure from Serie A side Como and has attracted interest from Wolverhampton Wanderers as well.
Despite Alli’s past successes in the Premier League and for the England national team, his career has hit a rough patch due to personal issues and struggles to regain top form at subsequent clubs. An injury history further complicates the potential signing, with Alli missing a significant number of games due to injury.
While signing Alli presents a significant gamble for Ipswich, given his potential to rediscover his peak form, the midfielder’s recent performances raise questions about his ability to contribute positively to the team. Despite his previous success, the risks associated with bringing Alli on board remain a factor to consider for the Championship side.
