x

Jim on Lee Bid - Ipswich Town News

Boss Jim Magilton has reiterated that striker Alan Lee is very much in his plans, but says “a substantial offer” for the Republic of Ireland international would be considered by the Town board. The Blues have turned down an initial bid from Hull City for Lee, while Coventry are also interested.

Magilton told the club site: "Alan Lee is very much in my plans for the new season.

"He looked sharp and hungry against Burton on Tuesday night and worked very well with Jon Walters.

"Of course, like any club, if we receive a substantial offer for Alan or any player here, then it has to be given the proper consideration by the board, but he's not a player that I want to let go.

"Pablo's arrival will add to competition for places in attack for sure, but that's a situation I want throughout my team."

Hull are expected to make a second bid for the 28-year-old, who has a year left on his Town deal, before the weekend, with their first offer understood to have been well short of the £500,000 price tag the Blues are believed to have put on the former Cardiff City striker.

Preston boss Paul Simpson ruled his club out of the running earlier in the week, while Coventry may have to wait until their takeover is complete before they can match Town's valuation.

Pablo Couñago will undergo his medical at Portman Road today and is expected to sign on Friday. The Spaniard, who returns on a free transfer, will not be involved in tonight's pre-season game at Kettering Town (KO 7.45pm).

Get the fastest and most comprehensive Ipswich Town news service at ipswichtown.footballlatest.co.uk.

What to read next:

U19s Draw Second Game at Czech Tournament
Town’s U19s were beaten 3-2 by Slovan Bratislava in their second and final group game at the Zlaty Kahan tournament in Czechia yesterday.
Town Continue Pre-Season at Aberdeen
Town face Scottish Premiership Aberdeen at Pittodrie in their second public friendly of the summer this evening (KO 7.30pm).
Town Women to Start WSL2 Season at Southampton
Ipswich Town Women will open their first ever second-tier season with a WSL2 away game at Southampton on Saturday 6th September (KO 2pm) with Nottingham Forest the first visitors to the JobServe Community Stadium, the Blues’ new home, the following weekend.
Morsy: The Best Spell of My Career and Life
Departing Town captain Sam Morsy has issued a message to fans, teammates, manager Kieran McKenna and his staff following confirmation of his move to Kuwait SC, while the squad and ex-players have paid their own tributes to the Egyptian international.
Town Confirm Morsy Exit For Kuwait SC
Town skipper Sam Morsy’s move to Kuwait SC has been confirmed.
Town Announce Matchday Ticket Prices
Town have confirmed their matchday ticket prices for the Championship season ahead.
Luongo Close to Joining Millwall
Former Blues midfielder Massimo Luongo is closing in on joining Millwall following his trial with the Lions.
Eze Nets Twice as U19s Draw Opener at Czech Tournament
Striker Nelson Eze scored twice as an U19 Town side drew 2-2 with hosts Banik Ostrava in their opening match at the Zlaty Kahan tournament in Czechia yesterday.
Young: Working With McKenna Again Was a Massive Pull
New Blues signing Ashley Young says manager Kieran McKenna played a big part in his decision to join Town having left Everton at the end of last season.
Town Confirm Young Signing
Town have confirmed the signing of veteran former England international Ashley Young on a one-year deal.