England U21s interim-coach Ben Futcher has revealed Blues forward Omari Hutchinson returned to Town on Saturday.

Hutchinson travelled with the squad to Cadiz for Friday’s friendly against Spain, which ended 0-0, but returned to Portman Road on Saturday before tonight’s 1-1 draw with the Netherlands, which finished 1-1, with a minor knock which isn’t considered a concern for the Blues ahead of Sunday’s visit by Manchester United.

“We’ve been in communication with Ipswich and I spoke to Omari and just felt the best thing to do was go back,” Futcher said following tonight's game.

“He wanted to stay a bit longer but we felt it was best he went back. So, Omari should be OK - hopefully.”

Hutchinson won his first two U21s caps last month having previously represented Jamaica in two friendlies at senior level.

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algarvefan added 01:06 - Nov 19 Fingers crossed he will be fit for Sunday, I have a good feeling about the Man Utd game.
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bobble added 07:42 - Nov 19 Should have stayed with jamaica as his skills could help a whole nation hugely there ...
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Radlett_blue added 09:34 - Nov 19 I'm delighted Omari hasn't opted for Jamaica. That would mean far more travel and game time. Perhaps he realises that wouldn't be good for his club career?
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Bazza8564 added 10:14 - Nov 19 Hopefully we won't pick up any further injuries on International Duty. With Jacob and Jack Taylor getting closer and Axel back, we are getting closer to having the squad available that we want.
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ChingShady added 10:51 - Nov 19 I can see what you're saying bobble, but selfishly I think I would prefer him to try and get in the England squad as there would be far less travelling for him and the financial reward isn't too bad either!
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Essexnblue added 16:44 - Nov 19 Bazza8564, I spoke to Greaves and in his words, I will be fit for Man Utd. Hopefully he will be as Burgess is playing tonight and not back from Aussie until Thursday.
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