It appears that Ipswich Town may not secure the services of an exceptional talent, Omari Hutchinson, who made a significant impact during his loan spell with the club. Although his performance played a crucial role in their promotion, a reunion seems doubtful.
Uncertainty looms over the future of Ipswich Town’s manager, Kieran McKenna, adding another obstacle in their quest to secure Hutchinson’s signature. The 20-year-old is poised to return to his parent club, Chelsea, but is likely to be loaned out again to further his development. Ipswich had hoped that his impressive stint at Portman Road would increase their chances of retaining him.
However, recent developments suggest that German club Stuttgart is leading the race to secure Hutchinson’s services temporarily. Following their second-place finish in the league, surpassing even Bayern Munich, Stuttgart can offer the allure of Champions League football. Other clubs vying for his signature reportedly include Ajax, Feyenoord, and Borussia Monchengladbach.
Hutchinson’s outstanding performance throughout the promotion season earned him the Young Player of the Season award at Ipswich. His significant contributions from the wing and attacking midfield, with ten goals and five assists in 44 matches, highlight his potential. Remarkably, he started less than half of those games.
Upon the expiration of his loan deal, Hutchinson expressed gratitude to the Ipswich supporters, teammates, coaching staff, and especially to manager Kieran McKenna for believing in him. Despite the allure of clubs like Stuttgart and Feyenoord, returning to Ipswich for another season, where he could secure regular first-team action, seems a sensible choice.
Regardless of his destination for the next campaign, any club securing Hutchinson’s services will have a valuable asset known for his pace, skill, and attacking prowess. A move to Stuttgart, under the management of Hoeness, would represent an ambitious step in his career.