Ipswich Town has officially reached an agreement to acquire forward Julio Enciso from Strasbourg, a move that reflects the club's ambition as they prepare for their upcoming Premier League campaign.
The 22-year-old Paraguay international showcased his talents under the guidance of Ipswich manager Gary O'Neil during his time at Strasbourg last season. O'Neil, who took over at Portman Road this summer, has been instrumental in facilitating this early reunion.
This transfer will also see Enciso return to Ipswich after a productive six-month loan spell from Brighton in 2025. During that time, he made a notable impact, which has contributed to the club's decision to bring him back on a permanent basis.
Enciso was highly regarded during his tenure at Strasbourg, a club that is part of the BlueCo group, which also owns Chelsea. There were expectations that his performance could lead to a future move to Stamford Bridge, highlighting his potential in European football.
While the exact fee for Enciso has not been disclosed, sources indicate that it will represent a significant portion of Ipswich's remaining transfer budget. This deal is expected to yield a substantial profit for Strasbourg, who paid £7.7 million for the forward last summer.
This latest signing adds to Ipswich's impressive summer transfer activity, which has already seen the club make ten major signings. Among these are Daizen Maeda from Celtic, Abdul Fatawu from Leicester City, and club-record signing Emersonn from Toulouse, who was brought in for £24 million earlier in the transfer window.
With Ipswich having secured promotion from the Championship, they are set to kick off their Premier League season at home against Sunderland on August 22. The addition of Enciso is anticipated to bolster their attacking options as they aim to make a mark in the top flight.
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