Ipswich’s Bargain Buy Now More Valuable Than Big-Money Signing

Ipswich Town manager Kieran McKenna will be pleased with his team’s resilient performance in earning a point at Aston Villa, despite going down to 10 men. The relegation-threatened club now looks ahead to hosting Tottenham Hotspur.

While £20 million signing Omari Hutchinson has shown flashes of brilliance, including a clever assist against Villa, it’s another player whose value has risen dramatically since joining Ipswich.

Left-back Leif Davis, signed for just £1 million in 2022, has seen his market value soar to an estimated £21 million according to Transfermarkt. This surpasses Hutchinson’s current £18 million valuation.

Davis was instrumental in Ipswich’s promotion campaign last season, providing an incredible 21 assists from his defensive position. Football pundit Jobi McAnuff described his performances as “remarkable”.

The 25-year-old has continued to impress in the Premier League, already notching 3 assists this season. His rapid development and attacking output from full-back have caught the attention of bigger clubs.

While Ipswich will hope to retain Davis beyond this season, his rising value makes him a prime candidate for a big-money move if the club suffers relegation. Regardless of his future, the £1 million investment in Davis has proven to be an incredible piece of business for the Tractor Boys.