Benyu Looks Set to Leave Blues - Ipswich Town News
Young midfielder Kundai Benyu looks set to leave the Blues this summer with manager Mick McCarthy revealing that there are currently no ongoing contract talks with the 19-year-old.
Benyu impressed while on loan at Aldershot last season and Town were keen to take up an option for a further year on his contract, which is due to end on June 30th, and offer him extended terms. However, no agreement has been reached.
"He is [out of contract],” McCarthy said when quizzed on Benyu’s situation. "He’s free to do, well, he’s not free, but if he goes somewhere there’ll be [youth] compensation.”
Asked whether talks are still ongoing, the Blues boss added: "Well, he’s not here today, so no.”
Earlier in the summer, Benyu was reported to be interesting Tottenham, West Ham, Aston Villa and Celtic, although it would be a surprise if the Camden-born youngster were to make a move to clubs of their stature.
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