McCarthy: Richardson So Professional - Ipswich Town News
Blues boss Mick McCarthy says he’s been delighted with on-loan right-back Frazer Richardson’s attitude and professionalism since he joined the club from Middlesbrough in January.
Richardson, 31, made his first start for the Blues in Monday’s 2-2 draw with Bournemouth, having previously made three sub appearances, and has said he would be keen to join Town on a permanent basis when his Boro terms are up in the summer.
"Frazer’s a good player,” McCarthy said. "And what’s been lovely about Frazer is his attitude and professionalism and the fact that he knew he was coming in as cover.
"He knew that barring injury Chambo would play there, and he’s been supportive and he’s done everything so professionally so that when he finally got his chance, he didn’t look out of place.
"He was as fit and as ready to go as he would have been if he’d played five or six games. He might argue with that point in the last 10 minutes but he was excellent.”
Paul Green, who is on loan from Leeds, has similarly impressed the Town manager: "Those two lads especially have been remarkable. I can only compliment them on their professionalism and their attitude to it.
"They’ve been outstanding in the way they’ve trained, they’ve not played every week, but every time they’ve been called upon they’ve been ready. I’ve been delighted with them."
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