Croft Returns - Ipswich Town News
Gary Croft has returned to Portman Road after his month on loan at Wigan Athletic. Croft played seven games in his spell but Wigan manager Paul Jewell has decided not to extend his time at the JJB Stadium.
Croft played at both right and left back during his time with Wigan which came to an end after last night's 3-1 win against Notts County.
Wigan might have been interested in taking Croft permanently, however his wages were a stumbling block. Croft himself had hinted that he might have been keen to make the move more long-term.
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