Blues midfielder Massimo Luongo has signed a new deal, extending his Town terms until the summer of 2025 with the club having an option for a further season.

The 31-year-old, who recently announced his international retirement, rejoined the club in January last year following a trial having previously had a loan spell at Portman Road early in the 2012/13 season.

The former Australian international quickly established himself as a key member of the side which won promotion from League One and signed a new one-year deal in the summer.

Luongo has continued his good form this season and has been rewarded with another new deal.

“I’m delighted to have signed a new contract with the club,” Luongo told the club site.

"Playing for Ipswich Town, under this manager, fits me perfectly and I’ve got some great relationships both on and off the pitch that I’m excited to keep going with.

“I love every bit about being here and this is where I want to stay because it’s a happy place to be with a culture which runs all the way through every area of the club.

“I’m pleased to have got this done so now it’s a case of getting my head down and getting on with the rest of the season, doing my best to help the team.”

In total over his two spells with the club, Sydney-born Luongo has made 43 starts and 11 sub appearances, scoring five goals.

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BlueMoon added 19:07 - Jan 24 "It’s a happy place to be with a culture which runs all the way through every area of the club" Imagine hearing that just a few years ago under Evans. Testament to how far the club has come and long may it continue!
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GrasmereBlue added 19:14 - Jan 24 Great news! I think he is fantastic and has a great understanding with Sam. Now, on a different matter, dare I say that I hope Norwich get a result against Leeds tonight?
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chepstowblue added 19:24 - Jan 24 It's only when Morsy and Luongo aren't in the side that we realise their true value. A telepathic connection between the two, allied with tenacity and a naturally combative spirit that more than makes up for the fact that at times they both look as if they're running in treacle. Excellent news.
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budgieplucker added 19:39 - Jan 24 Just goes to show……two MM’s (Mass and Morsy), double misfits and surplus to requirements at Boro Middlesbrough. Wouldn’t swap either for Jonny Howson. Where are Boro at the mo? Sam and Mass must take enormous credit for our performances the whole teams play pivots on the, their tackling is second to none and Mass’ ability to get forward provides the real engine for this team, I have only seen Mass have a couple of poor games otherwise a 7 or 8 consistently every week!!! Sam 8’s and 9’s but a fab partnership at this level.

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dirtydingusmagee added 19:40 - Jan 24 good for him good for the club !
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HairBearBunch added 19:40 - Jan 24 Jolly good. Boro and Wednesday fans must hardly believe it
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Help added 20:24 - Jan 24 He's here, he's there, he's every f ing where. Massimo, Massimo.
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BrockleyBlue78 added 21:32 - Jan 24 You’re delighted, I’m delighted, now go take us to the prem
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Theipswich added 09:36 - Jan 25 Wonderful acquisition and a great and inspired signing....the right character to have on the pitch and has formed a smooth partnership with Morsy.....very happy about this and a smart piece of business by Kieran
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Frosty_ITFC added 12:10 - Jan 25 MASSSIMOOOOOOOO very well deserved
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PinstripeBlue added 12:29 - Jan 25 dos mas, por favor
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