'It's every boy's dream to play in the Premier League'
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New Ipswich Town striker Sammie Szmodics has been speaking to club media after his transfer from Blackburn Rovers was confirmed and has said he is "delighted" to have signed for the club.
"There's always been interest since I was a kid, but it just felt right this time with the challenge of the Premier League," said the Republic of Ireland international.
"After speaking to a couple of the lads, including Lewis Travis who was here last season, they just pushed me and said that I need to come and work under this manager (Kieran McKenna), which is something I can't wait to do.
"It's every boy's dream to play in the Premier League and I've always said to my friends, family and agents that I'll get to the top one day.
"There's nothing more I want than to score at Portman Road for Ipswich Town. I am over the moon to be here and looking forward to the season ahead."
Szmodics could feature on Saturday, when Ipswich host Liverpool at Portman Road in their first top-flight game since 2002.
The Suffolk club have also confirmed the signing of Manchester City and England midfielder Kalvin Phillips on a season-long loan.
Ipswich fans - are you happy with those additions?
