Former Newcastle United midfielder, Darren Ambrose, has backed Chuba Akpom to step into the shoes of former striker Liam Delap at Ipswich Town.
The ex-Ajax and Lyon forward has reportedly completed his medical with the Tractor Boys and is expected to be officially unveiled this week.
Speaking to Betway, Ambrose expressed confidence that the Super Eagles hopeful possesses the quality and experience to score the goals that could fire Ipswich back into the Premier League.
“I think he’ll be the main man, the main focal point wherever he goes,” the 41-year-old told Betway.
“Obviously, Liam Delap moving on to Chelsea frees up that spot in Ipswich Town’s team. Akpom’s got experience in the Championship with promotions as well.
“He played for Nottingham Forest, Middlesbrough, and Hull – he’s a good goalscorer. He came through at Arsenal, so you know that he’s clearly very talented.
“He’s gone around the divisions, gone around Europe playing, so I’m really hoping he picks Ipswich. Hopefully, he can make an impact because again, I still think they need a couple more players.
“After losing Liam Delap and Sam Morsy, I still think they need a couple more to come in. If Ipswich can get that one over the line, it’ll be great for them,” the former Crystal Palace midfielder concluded.
