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Ipswich Town has reportedly finalized a £9 million deal for Sammie Szmodics, a striker previously linked with Leeds United. Szmodics, who scored 33 goals last season for Blackburn despite their lower-table finish in the Championship, had been a target for Leeds as they aimed for a Premier League return under manager Daniel Farke. Ipswich’s offer came after an initial bid of £6 million was turned down.

This transfer development adds to Leeds United’s recent frustrations. They drew 3-3 with Portsmouth in their first Championship match of the season and then suffered a 3-0 defeat to Middlesbrough in the Carabao Cup. Despite these setbacks, Farke is focused on strengthening the squad before the transfer window closes on August 30, highlighting the club’s ongoing efforts to improve their team.