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Fakayejo Paul
Ipswich Town have lodged an improved official bid with Bayer Leverkusen for 27-year-old Argentina international midfielder Exequiel Palacios.
While a full club-to-club agreement is not yet finalized, negotiations are moving on track, and Ipswich executives are optimistic about closing key details in the coming hours.
Transaction Breakdown & Context
- Improved Proposal:Ipswich returned to the table with an upgraded financial proposal after Leverkusen knocked back an opening approach worth around €20 million (£17m).Leverkusen have held out for a valuation closer to €35 million (£30m).
- Player Preference:Palacios has communicated his interest in moving to the Premier League after spending over five years at the BayArena.
- Managerial Target:Manager Gary O’Neil has prioritized the World Cup winner as a marquee addition to anchor the midfield for Ipswich’s top-flight return.