Ipswich are close to agreeing a deal with Arsenal to sign Reiss Nelson on loan, according to David Ornstein of The Athletic.
If Nelson goes the Portman route then it could open the way for Raheem Sterling to complete a move to the Emirates.
The 24-year-old has been tipped to leave Arsenal for most of the summer and has been linked with the likes of West Ham, but his exit appears to be on the horizon.
Ipswich are close to a deal for Nelson
Ornstein reported that newly promoted Ipswich are closing in on a deal with Arsenal that would see Nelson join on loan.
He logged onto X.com and said:
“Ipswich Town are working on a deal to sign Reiss Nelson from Arsenal. #ITFC very close to confirming the agreement with #AFC & 24 year old on season loan – no option or obligation to buy. The possibility of a move is helped by the potential deal for Raheem Sterling @TheAthleticFC.”
? Ipswich Town are working on a deal to sign Reiss Nelson from Arsenal. #ITFC very close to confirming the agreement with #AFC & 24 year old on season loan – no option or obligation to buy. The possibility of a move is helped by the potential deal for Raheem Sterling @TheAthleticFC
— David Ornstein (@David_Ornstein) August 30, 2024
Nelson found game time limited at Arsenal last season making 15 Premier League appearances and 24 in all competitions.
The striker, who is under contract until 2027 and can opt for another year, has played just two minutes in the first two Premier League games of the season.
Nelson has moved on to Arsenal, has played 90 games for his youth team so far, and had loan spells with Hoffenheim and Feyenoord.
A move to Ipswich would allow Nelson to play in the first team regularly and increase his value if he performs well, which could put him in contention for a big move next summer.
The Tractor Boys have been busy in the market as they look to strengthen their squad to give themselves a better chance of avoiding relegation.
Omari Hutchinson has joined from Chelsea, while Kalvin Philips has arrived on loan from Manchester City and there is still a chance for Armando Broja to make a switch before Friday’s deadline.
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