Bowditch Set for Loan - Ipswich Town News

Striker Dean Bowditch is set to go out on loan before the end of the January transfer window. The Blues are keen for the England U19 international to get some goals under his belt.

Town still have high hopes for the 19-year-old who is contracted until June 2008. Boss Joe Royle said: "If Dean goes off and kick-starts what we all know is an outstanding talent, we will all benefit.

"He spoke to me about going out on loan, which will hopefully get him going and see him score a few goals. We have had one or two clubs asking about him and Dean's agent is also looking around on his behalf."

Bowditch, who is yet to score in 13 starts and six substitute appearances in 2005/06, spent March and April on loan at Burnley, scoring one goal in eight starts and two appearances from the bench.

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