Jim: No Moves for Pair - Ipswich Town News
Boss Jim Magilton has denied having made moves for old boys Jamie Clapham and Matt Holland. The duo have both been linked with a return to Portman Road since Magilton took over from Joe Royle as manager.
The Northern Irishman says that although the duo have congratulated him on his appointment he has not spoken to them regarding second spells with Town: "They are both tremendous guys, who would add and make a big difference to the football club.
"But, as far as I'm concerned, it is mere conjecture at the moment."
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