Town Linked With Loan Approach For Spanish Striker - Ipswich Town News
Town are reported to have made a loan approach to Serie A Como for Spanish striker Iván Azón.
La Liga Valencia have been in talks regarding the 22-year-old former Spain U21 international for some days but with the move not having reached a conclusion.
Now, Italian journalist Fabrizio Romano reports that the Blues have made an attempt the hijack that switch and we understand there is some interest from the Blues.
Zaragoza-born Azón, who is 5ft 11in tall, started his career with his hometown club Real Saragoza before moving to Como in January for €2 million (£1.7 million) plus a further €500,000 (£435,000). It's reported he is available for loan for €500,000 having yet to take to the fireld for Como.
For Real Zaragoza, he scored 27 goals in 150 appearances, also picking up nine assists.
https://x.com/FabrizioRomano/status/1951250729181557074
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