New loan striker Stern John says he is coming to Town to play games and score goals. The Palace frontman is with the Blues until December 29th but isn’t eligible for the game against the Eagles on Boxing Day.
John told the club site: "I'm delighted to be here and it's a great opportunity for me to play some games and hopefully score some goals.
"I have worked with the manager in my time at Sunderland and I know what he's about, what he wants from his players. I have also played with Carlos Edwards and Grant Leadbitter and it always helps when you move to a new club and know some of the players.
"From what I have seen of Ipswich, the team is playing well but it's just in front of goal where things have not gone quite right. Hopefully I can come in and get in the box, get some chances and score goals."
The 109-times capped Trinidad and Tobago international says he could stick around beyond the initial month: "Anyone that comes to this club is going to want to stay. The facilities are fantastic and I'm looking forward to my month here.
"The players have made me feel very welcome and we will see how things work out over the next month. For now all I'm thinking about is Sunday and helping Ipswich beat Cardiff."