Wes Burns, whose contract expires at the end of the season, is edging closer to a comeback after a lengthy spell on the sidelines. The 30-year-old winger has been part of Ipswich Town since 2021 and remains an important figure at Portman Road.
Head coach Kieran McKenna offered a positive update on Burns’ progress this week. Speaking to TWTD, he said:
“He’s doing well. He’s not back in full training with the squad yet, but he’s regularly working outside with the ball, making good progress. If everything continues to go as planned, he could rejoin the group after the next international break, which would be a huge boost for him and for us. Things are moving in the right direction.”
Ipswich, who travel to Ewood Park to take on Blackburn Rovers this weekend, will be eager to build on recent momentum following their emphatic 5-0 win over Sheffield United. That result lifted spirits in Suffolk and even cost Blades boss Rubén Sellés his job, with Jaden Philogene netting a memorable hat-trick.
Burns’ Journey
Since arriving from Fleetwood Town, Burns has become a key player for the Tractor Boys. His pace and direct style helped Ipswich climb from League One back into the Premier League, where he added valuable experience. In total, the Welsh international has racked up 148 appearances for the club, scoring 28 goals.
A product of Bristol City’s academy, Burns broke into their first team as a teenager and made 54 appearances, supplemented by loan spells at Forest Green Rovers, Oxford United, Cheltenham Town, and Aberdeen. He later joined Fleetwood in 2016, becoming a standout figure for the Cod Army before Ipswich secured his signature.
Looking Ahead
After slipping out of the Premier League last season, Ipswich are determined to bounce straight back. A slow start in August hinted at adjustment pains, but recent performances suggest McKenna’s side are finding their rhythm.
For now, Ipswich will remain patient with Burns, determined not to rush him back too soon. But with his return on the horizon, the Tractor Boys could soon regain a proven performer at a crucial stage of their campaign.