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Ipswich’s Walle Egeli Nets First Assist as McKenna Praises His Progress

The 19-year-old record signing has eight league appearances, with his manager backing further growth.

Overview

  • Ipswich signed the Norway international from FC Nordsjaelland in the summer for a Championship-record £17.5m.
  • He has featured in eight league matches under Kieran McKenna, starting six, and has been used primarily on the right wing.
  • His first goal contribution came with a cross for George Hirst to open the scoring in a 4-1 win at QPR.
  • McKenna highlighted the teenager’s physical adaptation and said there is “absolutely loads” more to come from him.
  • Egeli says he is comfortable wide for now but envisions a long-term role as a No.10, while targeting a place with Norway at the 2026 World Cup.