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Ipswich Town have sent an improved proposal to Bayer Leverkusen for the transfer of 27-year-old midfielder Esequiel Palacios. According to Fabrizio Romano, both parties are aiming to agree on a deal worth around €35 million in the coming hours.

Returnees to the Premier League, Ipswich Town, are targeting a major signing to bolster their midfield. Manager Gary O’Neil is keen on securing the services of Bayer Leverkusen and Argentina midfielder Esequiel Palacios.

According to insider Fabrizio Romano, the Tractor Boys have submitted a revised official offer to the German club, remaining optimistic about closing the deal in the coming hours.

Details of the potential transfer

  • Fee: Bayer Leverkusen are valuing the 27-year-old midfielder at approximately €35 million.
  • Scope of transfer campaign: Should negotiations prove successful, Palacios would become Ipswich’s 13th signing of the current transfer window, pushing the club's total spending close to £200 million.
  • Statistics and accolades: The World Cup Champion and Bundesliga winner has made 126 appearances for Bayer (11 goals, 15 assists), alongside 41 caps for the Argentina national team. His current contract with the Germans runs until the summer of 2030.