Town have begun talks with Player of the Year Christophe Berra regarding a longer-term deal. The Scotland international's current terms are up next summer.
The centre-half was first reported to be close to agreeing a new contract with the Blues last week and again earlier today. We understand that while negotiations have started the deal is not yet done.
Early reports claimed that the 29-year-old was set to sign a three-year deal, which in line with other recent Town deals may be an initial two years plus an option of another season.
The Scotland international has been a huge success at Portman Road since joining on a free transfer last summer following his release by Wolves.