Manchester United midfielder Brandon Williams could complete a move to Championship side Ipswich Town, according to reports.
The 22-year-old was spotted at the Stadium of Light earlier this month as Sunderland lost to Ipswich Town in the tournament, sparking speculation that the Wearsiders are interested in a deal with the midfielder.
However, new reports have confirmed that it is Tractor Boys themselves that are close to reaching an agreement to loan Williams to East Anglia before the transfer window closes on September 1.
Transfer insider Fabrizio Romano said:
“Negotiations between Ipswich Town and Manchester United over Brandon Williams are progressing. The loan deal will include an option to buy Williams outright, which is on a list of players expected to leave United at the end of the season. transfer period.”
Ipswich Town is currently unbeaten in its opening three Championship games and currently leads the league with nine points from three games after being promoted from League One last season under manager Kieran McKenna.
John Dempster made five changes to his squad for this afternoon’s Professional Development League meeting with Ipswich Town in Suffolk. Luke Bell started in goal, behind a defense consisting of Riccardo Di Trolio, two trial players, Callum Perry and Dermi Lusala.
Elliott Betjemann and Marco Rus, who wore the armband, with Bradley Stretton and Evan Eghosa in midfield.
Justin Obikwu started the offense.
Starting XI:
Luke Bell (GK), Dermi Lusala, Callum Perry, Riccardo Di Trolio, Tester, Tester, Elliott Betjemann, Marco Rus (C), Evan Eghosa, Bradley Stretton, Justin Obikwu.
Kieran McKenna has confirmed that Ipswich Town could suffer three serious injuries ahead of their next clash with Leeds United. League leaders welcomed Daniel Farke’s side to Portman Road on Saturday, eager to maintain a perfect start and record a fifth straight win in all competitions.
Ipswich is level on points with newly relegated Leicester City at the top of the table, having beaten QPR, Stoke City and Sunderland so far. McKenna’s side also earned a place in the second round of the Carabao Cup with a home win over Bristol Rovers.
However, the highly-rated coach revealed during Friday’s pre-match press conference that Janoi Donacien will not play on Saturday due to a groin strain. The versatile defender is likely to return against Cardiff City next weekend,
