Ipswich Town: July 2008 - news archive

Town star crocked again

IpswichIpswich star David Norris has suffered a fresh heel injury and could now miss the big kick-off next month.

Transfer snub for Town

IpswichRudi Skacel's move to Ipswich is off after reports claimed the Southampton winger turned down a move to Portman Road.

Town eye Bhoys raid

IpswichIpswich boss Jim Magilton is keen to hold transfer talks with Celtic defender Bobo Balde as he bids to beef up his defence.

Roberts makes Terriers switch

IpswichGary Roberts has left Ipswich to join Huddersfield Town on a two-year contract for an undisclosed fee.

Town eye defender deal

IpswichIpswich hope to sign full-back Ben Thatcher this week and boss Jim Magilton is eyeing further deals as well.

Town to target Mayn man

IpswichCrewe Alexandra have put a £2.5million valuation on striker Nicky Maynard - but Ipswich are unlikely to swoop at that price.

No Czech mate for Town

IpswichIpswich boss Jim Magilton has admitted that he is unlikely to hand a contract to FC Moscow's Czech Republic defender Roman Hubnik.

Striker reveals historic offer

IpswichKevin Lisbie says he turned down the chance of being Colchester's highest ever paid player to join Ipswich Town.

Saints run-out for target

IpswichRudi Skacel is set to turn out for Southampton tonight despite the fact the player is still hoping to sign for Ipswich Town.

Magilton not done yet

IpswichIpswich boss Jim Magilton has confirmed he is still looking to sign more players after landing Richard Wright and Kevin Lisbie.

Wright move for Town

IpswichIpswich are "very close" to re-signing former goalkeeper Richard Wright from West Ham after he passed a medical.

Magilton confirms target talks

IpswichIpswich are closing in on deals to sign Angelos Charisteas and Rudi Skacel, according to manager Jim Magilton.

Ipswich interested in Fortune

IpswichFormer Manchester United midfielder Quinton Fortune's agent has confirmed that Ipswich are interested in signing the South African.

U's confirm striker talks

IpswichColchester have confirmed they are in talks with Ipswich over the transfer of striker Kevin Lisbie.

Skacel back with Saints

IpswichRudi Skacel is back at Southampton but coach Jan Poortvliet is gearing up for life without him as Ipswich prepare to swoop.

Magilton running out of patience

IpswichIpswich will give former goalkeeper Richard Wright until the end of the week to decide on a move to back to Portman Road from West Ham.

Town reveal Shola silence

IpswichIpswich boss Jim Magilton admits the trail has gone cold as he bids to add Newcastle striker Shola Ameobi to his squad.

Town admit Crewe ace interest

IpswichIpswich boss Jim Magilton is eyeing a summer swoop for Crewe hotshot Nicky Maynard but has not made a bid yet.

Town in for Greek

IpswichIpswich have been granted permission to speak to Greece striker Angelos Charisteas although no fee has yet been agreed with Nuremburg.

Magilton waiting on Skacel

IpswichIpswich boss Jim Magilton is still hoping Southampton's Rudi Skacel will join Town despite reports personal terms have been a problem.

Magilton's Rudi blow

IpswichIpswich's move for Southampton winger Rudi Skacel looks set to fail amid reports personal terms cannot be thrashed out.

Bowditch ready for payback

IpswichIpswich striker Dean Bowditch is looking forward to "unfinished business" and repaying manager Jim Magilton next season.

Town cagey over star exit claims

IpswichIpswich are remaining tight-lipped on reports suggesting their striker Jon Walters is on the verge of a summer transfer to Stoke City.

Magilton monitors Czech defender

IpswichIpswich manager Jim Magilton is keeping a close eye on Southampton defender Rudi Skacel, according to reports.

Pulis to pick up Walters

IpswichIpswich striker Jon Walters is this week expected to seal a £1.5million move to Stoke, according to reports.

Potters line up Tractor Boy

IpswichIpswich Town's highly-rated striker Jon Walters is being linked with a £1.5million summer move to Stoke City.

Mixed striker news for Town

IpswichIpswich are refusing to rule out a move for Greece striker Angelos Charisteas but will not pay £1m for Crewe's Nicky Maynard.

Town open the bidding for ace

IpswichIpswich have reportedly opened the bidding for in-demand Crewe striker Nicky Maynard by making a £1m bid.

Magilton demands big effort

IpswichJim Magilton has warned his Ipswich players he wants them to "raise the bar" when the new season gets underway.

Jim issues transfer pledge

IpswichJim Magilton is closing in on the signing of Richard Wright but has urged the Ipswich fans to be patient on the transfer front.