McGreal Fee Confirmed - Ipswich Town News

The fee Town paid for John McGreal has been confirmed as £650,000, although it is understood that it will rise to £750,000 after 60 appearances for Town. Further details of McGreal from the Tranmere website:

Born: Liverpool 02.06.72

Height: 5ft 11

Weight: 10.11

Tranmere debut: Southend United 25.04.92

He seems to be very highly rated by the Birkenhead club and its fans.

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