Pullen Unsure of Future - Ipswich Town News
James Pullen has been speaking about his future as a chance of appearing in a cup final appears on the horizon. Pullen has been on loan at Blackpool for most of the season and the Seasiders are now through to the LDV Vans Trophy Final.
Pullen, currently out of the Blackpool first team, says he is unsure of where his career will continue after his loan is up at the end of the season: "I still have two more years remaining on my contract at Portman Road, and as things hinge at this present moment in time I would anticipate reporting there for pre-season training. It wouldn't be a major surprise if I was to be loaned out again at some stage. There are five goalkeepers on their books at the moment and competition for places in that position is probably more intense than anywhere in the country. I've enjoyed my time with Blackpool and benefited from my first-team experience. I'll keep an open mind about the long-term future."
Pullen is one of seven Town players currently enjoying loan spells.
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