Headline24jam.com – Ipswich Town centre-back Luke Woolfenden is currently undergoing a medical examination at Coventry City in anticipation of a deadline-day transfer. The 26-year-old defender is set to join the Championship side after a successful stint at Ipswich, where he played a key role in their recent promotions.
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Coventry City has reportedly outmaneuvered other interested clubs, including Stoke City and Watford, to secure Woolfenden’s signature. His move marks a significant step as his former club had previously rejected a bid from Coventry earlier in the transfer window.
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Having joined Ipswich’s academy at 11 years old, Woolfenden has spent nearly 16 years at the club. He made his first-team debut at 18 in an EFL Cup match against Luton Town and has since made 215 appearances, including 15 in the Premier League last season.
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Despite Ipswich’s attempts to retain him, Woolfenden has communicated his desire to seek new opportunities. Ipswich manager Kieran McKenna acknowledged this, stating, "Luke’s made it clear for quite a while that he wants to go." Consequently, Coventry City is prepared to finalise the transfer.
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Coventry City has been relatively quiet in the transfer market this summer, adding only three players prior to this deal. The Sky Blues, currently sitting within the top half of the Championship table, aim to strengthen their defensive line, having conceded six goals in their first four games this season.
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Woolfenden’s addition is anticipated to bolster Coventry’s squad as they strive for Premier League status, which they last secured in the 2000/01 season. He will look to replicate his promotion success in back-to-back Championship campaigns while contributing to Coventry’s ambitions moving forward.
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