Framlingham-based pop star Ed Sheeran has been revealed as Town’s new shirt sponsor for the 2021/22 campaign.
Sheeran, a regular visitor to Portman Road in recent seasons until the pandemic hit, will sponsor both the senior Town men’s and women’s teams for an undisclosed figure described as a "significant investment”.
Previously, in 2019, Town shirts with Sheeran’s Divide logo were on sale during his series of Chantry Park concerts.
"Sheeran, 30, told the club site: "The football club is a big part of the local community and this is my way of showing my support."
"I have always enjoyed my trips to Portman Road and I’m looking forward to going back there as soon as supporters are allowed into stadiums again."
"With the new owners from the US coming in, there are sure to be exciting times ahead for Ipswich fans, including myself. Hopefully we can stop being sloightly on the huh!”" Regarding the meaning of the logo which will appear on the shirts rather than his name, perhaps relating to a greatest hits tour, Sheeran said: "All will be revealed in time.” "Town’s director of sales, Rosie Richardson, added: "We are obviously thrilled that Ed has agreed to become our shirt sponsor next season. ""I have worked with Ed and his management team on various initiatives over the years and welcomed Ed and his guests to Portman Road for many games. He has shown his support for his hometown in lots of ways and this is another example of that.
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"We look forward to seeing Ed - and every other supporter - back at Portman Road next season.” " Town are yet to reveal the designs for their 2021/22 kits but pre-orders for the new home shirt are expected to start from early June.What to read next:
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