Kieran McKenna’s achievements have garnered widespread praise, leading to speculation linking him with significant positions in recent months.
Kieran McKenna reaffirmed his commitment to Ipswich after guiding them to Premier League promotion. Reflecting on their journey to consecutive promotions, McKenna expressed pride in the team’s achievements and the challenges ahead.
Despite attracting interest from clubs like West Ham and Brighton, McKenna emphasized his loyalty to Ipswich. He acknowledged the speculation surrounding his future but stressed his dedication to the club and his focus on enjoying the journey.
With Ipswich’s remarkable achievement of accumulating 194 points over two seasons, McKenna admitted it would take time to fully grasp the scale of their success. Preparations for the upcoming season are already underway, with plans for pre-season training and potential playoffs.
While the rapid rise of Ipswich presents both challenges and opportunities, McKenna remains optimistic about the club’s future. He acknowledged the significant step up to the Premier League and the work ahead to remain competitive.
McKenna also mentioned the possibility of securing permanent deals for loan players Brandon Williams, Omari Hutchinson, and Kieffer Moore. Additionally, singer-songwriter Ed Sheeran extended an invitation to celebrate the team’s achievement with a night out upon his return to the UK.
With Leicester and Ipswich securing automatic promotion, the play-off battle intensifies between Leeds, Southampton, West Brom, and Norwich. The semi-finals will see Leeds face Norwich and Southampton take on West Brom, with the first legs scheduled for next Sunday at Carrow Road and The Hawthorns, respectively.