Ipswich Town has started their pre-season training ahead of their return to the Premier League, with Omari Hutchinson seen training for the first time since his permanent move from Chelsea in a record deal for the club. Connor Bennett from BBC Radio Suffolk is excited about Hutchinson’s potential in the top flight and is happy to have his presence at the training ground, calling him a “familiar face.”
Bennett shared his thoughts on the Tractor Social podcast, expressing his belief that Hutchinson will excel in the Premier League based on his performance towards the end of last season. He mentioned that Hutchinson received praise from fans of elite clubs and improved significantly under Kieran McKenna. Bennett sees Hutchinson’s move to Ipswich as beneficial for all parties involved.
Additionally, Bennett praised Ipswich’s signing of defender Ben Johnson, emphasizing the importance of not only improving the squad but also protecting valuable assets for a Premier League club. He highlighted the potential for Ipswich to generate a significant profit from players like Johnson and Hutchinson if they perform well in the upcoming seasons. Bennett believes that acquiring players of this caliber will elevate the team and benefit other players who are making the transition from lower divisions to higher levels.
To hear the full podcast, listeners can tune in to BBC Sounds for more insights and discussions on Ipswich Town’s preparations for the upcoming season.