Kieran McKenna Set to Sign New Deal as Ipswich Town Manager
After a successful season, Kieran McKenna is expected to sign a new deal to remain as the manager of Ipswich Town. McKenna, who guided the club to the Premier League, has been praised for his efforts and is set to continue leading the team.
McKenna, who had previously been on Chelsea’s shortlist of potential managers, was also linked with the vacancy at Brighton. However, it was reported last week that he would reject a new contract at Portman Road. But after dropping out of the race for the job at Stamford Bridge, McKenna seems ready to commit to Ipswich.
The 38-year-old manager was voted the League Managers Association’s manager of the year for his work in taking Ipswich back to the Premier League after a 22-year absence. When McKenna took over as manager in December 2021, Ipswich was mid-table in League One. However, under his guidance, they finished 11th in the table that season and secured automatic promotion from the third tier in his first full season as manager.
This season, McKenna sensationally led Ipswich to the Premier League, finishing as runners-up to Leicester City in the Championship table. The team accumulated an impressive 96 points, just one behind Leicester. Ipswich also ended the campaign as the most prolific team in the division, scoring 92 goals.
McKenna’s success with Ipswich has solidified his reputation as a talented and promising manager. His ability to guide the team through back-to-back promotions and secure a place in the Premier League has garnered attention and praise from both fans and critics alike.
Ipswich Town’s journey under McKenna’s leadership serves as a shining example of what can be achieved with hard work, determination, and strategic management. The club’s return to the Premier League after a long absence is not only a testament to McKenna’s coaching abilities but also to the players’ dedication and teamwork.
As Ipswich prepares for the challenges of the Premier League, fans can look forward to an exciting season under McKenna’s continued guidance. His success in bringing the team to this point is a cause for celebration and optimism for what lies ahead. With McKenna at the helm, Ipswich Town has a bright future ahead in the top flight of English football.