Ipswich Town is set to face a tough start to the Premier League season, with its opening match against Sunderland at home. The Black Cats impressed on their return to the top flight last year and will be playing in Europe next season. Ipswich then travels to Manchester United before Liverpool visits in early September. The club feels it belongs at this level, and there is no doubting the Blues are more prepared for the Premier League this time around in many areas. Impressive enhancements to the training ground will be completed this summer, and the club is in far better shape commercially. However, with two months to go until matchday one, there are obvious concerns. A new manager is yet to be appointed following Kieran McKenna's recent decision to step down, and the new boss has some of the biggest shoes in English football to fill. McKenna's influence and legacy were massive among the players, the staff, and the supporters. His successor will need to get those in the building already on side and oversee a successful first transfer window. We may not be talking about the wholesale change of summer 2024, but there are certainly key areas where Ipswich has to strengthen, with a goalscorer capable of finding the net on a regular basis in the Premier League a big priority. And with the transfer window still open, Ipswich Town's fans will be eagerly waiting to see who the club will bring in to bolster its squad. The club's fixtures have been announced, and full-back Leif Davis has shared his thoughts on the upcoming matches. So, as the new season approaches, Ipswich Town will be looking to make a strong start and prove itself as a competitive force in the Premier League. But for now, the focus is on finding a new manager and strengthening the squad. Ipswich Town's training ground enhancements will be completed this summer, which will provide the team with better facilities to prepare for the upcoming season. The club's commercial shape is also improved, which will help to attract new players and staff. However, the appointment of a new manager is still pending, and this will be a crucial decision for the club's future. The new manager will have to work closely with the players and staff to ensure a successful season.