Ipswich Town has entered the fray in the pursuit of Joe Rodon from Tottenham, following his impressive loan stint with Leeds United last season.

The Welsh defender made a significant impact during his time with the Whites, showcasing stellar performances in Daniel Farke’s team as they accumulated 90 points. Despite their efforts, Leeds fell short of securing automatic promotion and suffered a defeat against Southampton in the play-off final at Wembley, resulting in another season in the Championship.

Subsequent to this setback, Rodon returned to Spurs, but it appears that his future with the London club is uncertain, given his diminished role under Ange Postecoglou. As a result, a summer transfer appears likely, with reports suggesting Leeds are keen on reuniting with the 26-year-old at Elland Road.

However, the path to his acquisition may not be straightforward, as journalist Alasdair Gold mentioned on his YouTube channel that Ipswich Town, the newly-promoted side, is also monitoring Rodon’s situation.

A potential move to Suffolk could entice Rodon as it offers the chance to feature in the Premier League next season as part of Kieran McKenna’s squad, aiming to establish themselves in the top-flight.

While a bid from Ipswich could materialize, there’s no certainty that Rodon would reject Leeds. His familiarity with the club and positive experience in Yorkshire could sway his decision, though Leeds’ long-term prospects and ambitious appeal may also factor into his choice.

Farke is likely emphasizing to the board the significance of reacquiring Rodon, highlighting his leadership and pivotal role in the team. His physicality, recovery speed, and adeptness in possession align with Farke’s defensive preferences, as he seeks a side capable of building play from the back.

The decision ultimately rests on the player and Spurs, making it a situation to monitor in the forthcoming weeks.

Alongside the pursuit of Rodon, Leeds United’s summer transfer activities are expected to be vigorous, with financial considerations prompting potential departures of key players to balance the books after the promotion miss.

As the transfer window unfolds, the spotlight will be on Farke to assemble a squad capable of securing automatic promotion next season, following this season’s near miss.