adminIpswich Town and Derby County Battling for MLS Striker Patrick Agyemang.
Ipswich Town are reportedly in the race with Derby County to sign Charlotte FC forward Patrick Agyemang, according to GiveMeSport. Both Championship clubs are weighing up a move for the 24-year-old American ahead of the upcoming 2025/26 season.
Kieran McKenna is preparing to reshape his squad as Ipswich aim to return to the Premier League at the first attempt following relegation. With Liam Delap departing for Chelsea, Agyemang could be seen as a potential replacement to fill the void up front.
Ipswich Fan Pundit Welcomes Agyemang Links
FLW’s Ipswich Town fan pundit Adam Wilkin expressed enthusiasm over the club’s reported interest in Agyemang. Speaking to Football League World, Wilkin praised the striker’s skillset and potential.
“I’m actually really excited by the links to Patrick Agyemang,” he said. “Of all the strikers I’ve seen us linked with, he looks the best fit to replace Liam Delap.”
Wilkin highlighted Agyemang’s pace, versatility, and finishing ability with both feet and in the air. While he admitted that the American’s hold-up play might need improvement, he feels the £5 million fee being discussed would be a smart investment.
“Strikers with that all-round skill set are hard to come by. Agyemang has the raw attributes needed to succeed in the Championship, and at 24, there’s still plenty of room for development,” he added.
Agyemang’s MLS Record Shows Growth
Agyemang has shown progress in MLS with Charlotte FC. His league stats, according to Fbref.com, are as follows:
2023: 12 appearances (1 start), 1 goal
2024: 31 appearances (19 starts), 10 goals, 3 assists
2025: 16 appearances (15 starts), 6 goals, 1 assist
His rise in form in the last two seasons has caught the eye of scouts, with his pace and ability to run in behind defences drawing particular praise.
A Calculated Risk for Ipswich?
While comparisons have been made to fellow American Daryl Dike, whose Championship impact has been hindered by injuries, Agyemang could still prove to be a worthwhile gamble for Ipswich.
Transitioning from MLS to the Championship is no guarantee of success, but given the striker’s trajectory and physical profile, Ipswich may find value in taking that risk—particularly if they can secure him for a fair fee.
The Tractor Boys will kick off their campaign on August 8th away at Birmingham City, and McKenna will be hoping to have a potent front line in place by then—possibly with Agyemang among the ranks.
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