Former Leeds United midfielder Glen Kamara could be set to join forces with Kalvin Phillips at Ipswich Town, as the Tractor Boys look to bolster their midfield options in the January transfer window. Phillips, who is currently on a season-long loan at Ipswich, has been struggling to recapture the form that made him a fan favorite at Elland Road, but the addition of Kamara could provide a much-needed boost to the team’s midfield.
Kamara, who left Leeds for Stade Rennais in an £8.4million deal just five months ago, has been linked with a move to Ipswich, with reports suggesting that the club is keen to bring him on board. The Finland international would undoubtedly bring a wealth of experience and skill to the Ipswich midfield, having previously played for Rangers and Leeds, as well as earning 41 caps for his country.
Ipswich is not the only club interested in Kamara’s services, however, with Southampton also thought to be weighing up a move for the midfielder. Additionally, three Championship promotion hopefuls – Middlesbrough, Sunderland, and Burnley – are also reportedly keen on signing Kamara in the January transfer window.
If Kamara were to join Ipswich, he would likely partner Phillips in midfield, providing a solid foundation for the team to build upon. Phillips has shown flashes of his old self in his eight top-flight starts for Ipswich, but fitness issues have continued to hamper his progress. The addition of Kamara could help to alleviate some of the pressure on Phillips, allowing him to focus on recapturing his form.
Ipswich’s interest in Kamara is just one of several moves the club is looking to make in the January transfer window. The Tractor Boys are also thought to be keen on signing West Bromwich Albion striker Josh Maja, who has been in impressive form for the Baggies this season, scoring 10 goals in 24 Championship outings ¹.
As the January transfer window heats up, it will be interesting to see which moves Ipswich ultimately decides to make. One thing is certain, however – the addition of Glen Kamara would be a major coup for the club, and could potentially provide the boost needed to help the team avoid relegation.
In terms of Kamara’s playing style, he is known for his calm and composed presence on the ball, as well as his ability to win duels and recover possession. According to statistics from Sofascore, Kamara has averaged 91% pass accuracy per game in Ligue 1 this season, while also winning an average of 3.9 duels per game ².
If Ipswich is able to bring Kamara on board, it could be a major statement of intent from the club. With the likes of Phillips and Kamara in midfield, Ipswich would undoubtedly have one of the strongest midfields in the Premier League. Whether or not the club is able to make the move happen remains to be seen, but one thing is certain – the addition of Glen Kamara would be a major boost to Ipswich’s survival hopes.