City of Ipswich have announced the transfer signing of the versatile defender Ben Godfrey, who joins from Serie A side Atalanta until the end of the season.
The 26-year-old moved to Atalanta from Everton in the summer but has struggled to find regular game time in Italy. Godfrey made just one league appearance during his brief spell in Serie A, prompting the decision to look for opportunities elsewhere.
Leicester City miss out on Ben Godfrey
Before his move to Ipswich was finalised, Godfrey was on the radar of clubs like Leicester Cityi Tottenham Hotspur. However, Fabrizio Romano confirmed that Ipswich won the race for the England defender.
Leading to Xstated:
“Ben Godfrey to Ipswich Town, exclusive story confirmed – loan deal done with Atalanta. Godfrey completed the first part of his medical today and documents are now being exchanged. Here we go.”
Godfrey’s struggles in Italy
Ben Godfrey is a versatile English defender known for his composure and versatility. Godfrey has made a name for himself as a reliable presence in defence, capable of playing both centre-back and left-back. He began his professional career at York City before moving to Norwich City, where he played a key role in their promotion to the Premier League in 2019.
Godfrey later joined Everton, where he became a reliable defensive option before his summer move to Atalanta. His return to English football with Ipswich offers him the chance to regain form and contribute to their Premier League survival.
Leicester, having lost Ben Godfrey to their relegation rivals, must now focus on alternative targets to strengthen their defence. Other targets the club are looking at include former Spurs defender Kyle Walker Peters.
The Foxes are currently 19th in the table with just 14 points. The January transfer window is crucial for the Foxes, and their ability to strengthen the squad could determine their survival in the Premier League.
