Left-back Aaron Cresswell says he knows nothing about any interest in him from elsewhere with a number of clubs having been linked with moves for him over the summer. The 23-year-old, who returned from a thigh injury at the weekend, insists he’s happy at Portman Road.
Long-time admirers Aston Villa were claimed to be ready to make a move earlier in the summer, before adding Spaniard Antonio Luna to their squad, while Southampton, Fulham, Crystal Palace and Championship Wigan have also been mentioned in connection with the Liverpudlian.
Former Tranmere man Cresswell - who Mick McCarthy says is the best left-back in the Championship - says the reports were news to him: "I have not heard a thing about a move. I love playing here and there is no reason why I can’t stay here for the next two years.
"I have had a great first two years and am happy to be starting my third. Time flies when you are having fun — and I’m having fun.
"My career ambition is to play at the highest level and if I can do that, then I will be very happy.
"I would love for Ipswich to reach the Premier League, then my ambition to play there would be fulfilled.”
One left-back position which could potentially become vacant is back in his home city with Everton’s Leighton Baines continuing to be linked with a reunion with David Moyes at Manchester United.
Would he fancy a move to Goodison Park? "I don’t know about that. I’m a Liverpool fan. I would have to cross that bridge if it comes.”