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Ipswich Town has key weaknesses to address in the transfer window

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 2, 2026, 8:37 AM

Last updated Jul 2, 2026

Ipswich Town has key weaknesses to address in the transfer window

Summary

Ipswich Town's current squad depth is under scrutiny as the summer transfer window approaches. Manager Gary O'Neil and owner Mark Ashton are expected to identify areas for improvement following a season marked by limited top-flight experience since 2001-02. Town has already seen Conor Townsend depart, leaving Leif Davis as the sole senior left-back. Additionally, Elkan Baggott's limited appearances raise concerns at center half, and uncertainties loom over Wes Burns' future. The club will need to act swiftly to bolster its roster as the transfer window progresses.

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By the Numbers

•Ipswich has only one recent season in the Premier League.
•Current weaknesses highlighted include lack of depth at left-back and center back.
•Conor Townsend's departure leaves Leif Davis as the only senior left-back.
•Uncertainty exists regarding Wes Burns' contract status.
•George Hirst and Ali-Al Hamadi return from international duty.

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8:37 AMYahoo Sports — Where are Town's major weaknesses?

What they're saying

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Graeme: I think the reality is no. The vast majority of football managers in the Premier League never get exactly what they want, and the fact remains that Town have had just one season in the top-flight since 2001-02. Both Gary O'Neil and Mark Ashton will have identified the parts of the field where they need to strengthen, and then it's a case of having two or three options for those positions. Graeme: Town's biggest weakness at the moment is depth.
— Yahoo Sports

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