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Blues 'Closing in On' Cajuste Return - Ipswich Town News

Former Blues loanee Jens Cajuste is closing in on a return to the Blues, according to reports in Italy.

The 25-year-old enjoyed a successful spell with the Blues in 2024/25 and the club made no secret that they would like him back again for the campaign ahead, although while admitting it would be a difficult deal to do.

Earlier in the week, it emerged that his parent club Napoli were in talks with Saudi Arabian side Neom regarding the Swedish international, Burnley having previously been front-runners, Cajuste having previously put a move to Turkish side Besiktas on hold.

The Blues have maintained their interest through the summer and having looked outsiders for his signature, now appear to be close to bringing the midfielder back to Suffolk with reports that a €1.5 million (£1.3 million) loan fee plus a €7.5 million (£6.5 million) permanent deal if Town are promoted back to the Premier League has been agreed with the Serie A champions. A contract which runs to 2029 is said to have been provisionally agreed.

Cajuste, who has three years left on his contract, isn’t in Napoli head coach Antonio Conte’s plans.

The former Reims man made 26 starts and seven sub appearances for the Blues during 2024/25, scoring once, and was beaten to the Supporters Player of the Year award by Liam Delap by only 36 votes.

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