Ipswich Town Signs Dara O'Shea for £15 Million

Ipswich Town has signed Burnley defender Dara O'Shea for a deal worth up to £15 million, marking their 11th addition this summer and pushing their total summer spending close to £100 million. The 25-year-old Republic of Ireland international, who has previously played for West Bromwich Albion and made 33 Premier League appearances for Burnley last season, has joined on a five-year contract. O'Shea expressed his excitement for joining a club with 'ambition and momentum' and credited manager Kieran McKenna's influence as a significant factor in his decision. Ipswich aims to strengthen their squad for potential Premier League competition, highlighting their strategic acquisitions including other Irish internationals like Sammie Szmodics. The defender's move underscores Ipswich's commitment to building a competitive team. Meanwhile, Manchester City has loaned midfielder Maximo Perrone to Serie A's Como for the season.