Town: Evans Not Actively Looking to Sell - Ipswich Town News
Town have issued a statement in response to the news of takeover interest in the club.
As reported yesterday, and in greater detail earlier this afternoon, a largely US-based group is looking to complete a takeover of the Blues.
However, in a statement the club insist that owner Marcus Evans is not touting the club around although would, as he has said in the past, listen to interest.
A spokesman said: "Marcus Evans reiterates that he is not actively looking to sell the club and remains fully focused on taking Ipswich Town back to the Championship.
"However, as he has also stated in the past, he would speak to interested parties if they can prove themselves to be credible buyers that would provide sustainable, long-term investment."
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