Ipswich Town and Chelsea are making significant strides in negotiations for the transfer of Omari Hutchinson, according to reports from earlier this evening.
Transfer Details
The transfer fee is expected to be in the range of £20-25 million. Discussions are also ongoing regarding personal terms with the player’s agents. Notably, the deal will include a sell-on clause but will not feature a buy-back clause.
Background
Omari Hutchinson, a 20-year-old winger, has been with Chelsea since his youth career. He recently extended his contract with Chelsea until 2026. Hutchinson had previously expressed a desire to extend his loan at Ipswich Town, where he has been playing.
Recent Developments
– **2024-06-27**: Reports emerged that Hutchinson is nearing a permanent move to Ipswich Town.
– **2024-06-03**: Chelsea set a price tag of £25-30 million for Hutchinson.
– **2024-05-28**: Chelsea extended Hutchinson’s contract until 2026.
– **2024-05-05**: Hutchinson expressed his desire to extend his loan at Ipswich Town.
The ongoing negotiations indicate a potential permanent move for Hutchinson to Ipswich Town, marking a significant step in his career.