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Ipswich Town signs forward Zian Flemming from Burnley for 20 million pounds

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 1, 2026, 10:31 PM

Last updated Sep 1, 2026

Ipswich Town signs forward Zian Flemming from Burnley for 20 million pounds

Summary

Ipswich Town has completed the signing of 28-year-old forward Zian Flemming from Burnley on a four-year contract. The deal, reported at 20 million pounds, makes the Dutchman the club's 12th signing of the summer transfer window. Flemming scored 11 goals in the Premier League for Burnley last season and has recorded three goals in four appearances during the current campaign. Ipswich manager Gary O'Neil cited the player's experience at the top level as a significant addition to the squad. Flemming will wear the number nine shirt and is available for selection in the upcoming match against Liverpool. The move follows Burnley manager Nicky Yayen’s previous attempt to retain the forward after he initially joined the club from Millwall in 2025.

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Key Details

•Ipswich Town signed Zian Flemming from Burnley for a reported 20 million pounds.
•The 28-year-old forward signed a four-year contract with the club.
•Flemming scored 11 goals in the Premier League last season and three goals in four games this term.
•Flemming is expected to be available for the upcoming match against Liverpool.
•The transfer marks the 12th player acquisition for Ipswich Town this summer.

Latest Updates

10:31 PMYahoo Sports — 'I am really proud to sign for Ipswich' - Flemming
10:28 PMYahoo Sports — Ipswich sign Burnley forward Flemming for £20m
10:28 PMBBC Sport — Ipswich sign Burnley forward Flemming for £20m

What they're saying

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Zian Flemming says he is "excited to get started" at Ipswich Town after making the switch from Burnley on a four-year deal. The 28-year-old forward, who is Town's 12th signing of the summer, will wear the number nine shirt. "I am really proud to sign for Ipswich Town," Flemming said.
— Yahoo Sports