Framlingham-based pop star Ed Sheeran has been revealed as Town’s new shirt sponsor for the 2021/22 campaign.

Sheeran, a regular visitor to Portman Road in recent seasons until the pandemic hit, will sponsor both the senior Town men’s and women’s teams for an undisclosed figure described as a “significant investment”.

Previously, in 2019, Town shirts with Sheeran’s Divide logo were on sale during his series of Chantry Park concerts.

"Sheeran, 30, told the club site: “The football club is a big part of the local community and this is my way of showing my support."

“I have always enjoyed my trips to Portman Road and I’m looking forward to going back there as soon as supporters are allowed into stadiums again."

“With the new owners from the US coming in, there are sure to be exciting times ahead for Ipswich fans, including myself. Hopefully we can stop being sloightly on the huh!”"

Regarding the meaning of the logo which will appear on the shirts rather than his name, perhaps relating to a greatest hits tour, Sheeran said: “All will be revealed in time.”

"Town’s director of sales, Rosie Richardson, added: “We are obviously thrilled that Ed has agreed to become our shirt sponsor next season.

"“I have worked with Ed and his management team on various initiatives over the years and welcomed Ed and his guests to Portman Road for many games. He has shown his support for his hometown in lots of ways and this is another example of that. " “We look forward to seeing Ed - and every other supporter - back at Portman Road next season.” "

Town are yet to reveal the designs for their 2021/22 kits but pre-orders for the new home shirt are expected to start from early June.

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readtheleaguetable added 23:19 - May 6 Actually I think this might just be “Pay For Play” by Ed. He has polished up his boots and wants to be on “The A Team”. ⚽️😉
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FromIpswichToPhoenix added 23:21 - May 6 Reuserscurtains, I think when we got relegated everyone was posting negative stuff, so most of the votes were agreeing with each other. This is a good story and you till went negative. There's a big difference. This type of advertising is great for the club.
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bluesteal74 added 23:39 - May 6 Great news this is now I'm shore it will be Gamechanger 100% for both parties including us fans thanks Ed Sheeran let's hope we can both go on a tour as one up the league's and for a tour of your own at ITFC LET'S make a song together
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bobble added 23:59 - May 6 he should be our centreforward
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Bazza8564 added 05:37 - May 7 we could get him to cover “he's only a poor little budgie...” Seriously, brilliant news, Global Fan base, great PR for the club, bring on next years kit i'll order it day one!
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BettyBlue added 07:30 - May 7 Thanks Ed for the support. ITFC don't deserve it. They really don't.
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aas1010 added 09:06 - May 7 Excellent for the club
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brendenward35 added 09:09 - May 7 Hope Town got their figure right and order enough shirts as this could be massive in sales of the shirt especially overseas. Adidas be busy bunch this summer one shirt released and tour gets announced. Think Ed should say no one in USA can get into concert unless they wear the shirt imagine that for sales
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Reuserscurtains added 09:25 - May 7 White lips, pale face This thread is full of snowflakes. The A Team remix.
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