Ipswich Town is pursuing a move for Luton Town winger Chiedozie Ogbene before the summer transfer window closes on Friday night, according to BBC Sport journalist Nick Mashiter. Ipswich, who are keen to bolster their attacking options, is eyeing Ogbene as a potential addition.
Ogbene, who joined Luton last summer on a free transfer after leaving Rotherham United, had a notable impact in the Premier League despite Luton’s subsequent relegation back to the Championship. The Republic of Ireland international demonstrated his capabilities in the top flight but was unable to prevent Luton from dropping down a tier.
Ipswich Town, under the management of Kieran McKenna, has been active in the transfer market following their promotion to the Premier League. They have already signed 11 new first-team players, including forwards Sammie Szmodics, Omari Hutchinson, Jack Clarke, and Liam Delap. Nevertheless, with Wes Burns recently suffering a hamstring injury, Ipswich is still seeking another attacking option, which has led to their interest in Ogbene.
Luton Town’s situation has been challenging this season as they have struggled in the Championship after their brief Premier League stint. They are currently 23rd in the league standings, having only earned one point from their first three matches. With upcoming fixtures against QPR in both the Carabao Cup and the Championship, Luton’s performance is under scrutiny.
The Hatters have already seen several key players leave, including Ross Barkley, Gabe Osho, Luke Berry, and Dan Potts. Despite these departures, Luton would likely be reluctant to let Ogbene go, especially given that he was one of their standout performers in the previous Premier League season. Ogbene’s pace and skill make him a valuable asset, and retaining him could be crucial for Luton’s efforts to stabilize their position in the Championship.
Given that Ogbene joined Luton only last summer, it seems unlikely the club would be willing to part with him so soon, unless a significant offer is made. Ipswich’s late interest reflects their ongoing need for reinforcement in attack, and Ogbene’s potential move could be a key development as the transfer window nears its close.
