Ipswich Town are expected to be active in the January transfer window, with a couple of new signings likely to arrive. Sports editor Graeme McLoughlin said any new additions would probably follow some departures from the first-team squad.
McLoughlin addressed questions from supporters about squad depth and the team's defensive solidity. He acknowledged concerns about the backline, particularly if injuries were to strike.
He pushed back on the suggestion that Town have a 'Championship defence', pointing to the experience of players like Dara O'Shea and the impact of summer signing Issa Diop. Leif Davis has also been a contender for the club's player of the season so far.
Defensive scrutiny
The discussion comes as Ipswich's recent form has seen them take just four points from their last five Premier League matches. They have conceded 11 goals in their first five Premier League games, leaving them with a -4 goal difference. They sit 11th in the table with six points. Their most recent outing was a 1-0 defeat at Everton.
The focus is now on how the team defends collectively. With 12 games remaining before the New Year, squad management is a priority for manager Gary O'Neil, who is working with a group of around 27 players. The manager will be keen to improve a defensive record that has seen the team concede a goal, on average, every 41 minutes of play this season.
The club is constantly monitoring the market and will move for a target if a deal is right. The immediate task is a home match against 19th-placed Fulham on October 10th, a key opportunity in the fight for points.
