TWTD understands that Town are close to making former Colchester United and Bristol City keeper Dean Gerken their fifth signing of the summer. As we revealed on Saturday, the 28-year-old free agent is currently training with the Blues in Ireland, having been released by the Robins at the end of last season.
Gerken, from Rochford in Essex, began his career as a youth player with Southend before moving on to the U’s in 2002.
After seven years with Colchester — during which time he spent a short spell on loan with Darlington — the 6ft 4in tall keeper moved on to Bristol City for an undisclosed fee in June 2009.
While at Ashton Gate he made 60 appearances, having been former England keeper David James’s deputy for much of the time.
Blues fans will recall his outstanding performance to earn his side a 0-0 draw at Portman Road in February 2010.
Gerken could be involved in Saturday's first friendly of pre-season against Shelbourne at Tolka Park, Dublin (KO 5pm).
Having released Arran Lee-Barrett - who we understand trained with the Blues last week - and Jason Brown at the end of the season, Scott Loach is currently Town’s only senior goalkeeper and at least one new keeper is on manager Mick McCarthy’s summer wish list.
Former loanee Stephen Henderson was targeted for a season-long loan last month but Town and West Ham were unable to agree terms on a deal.