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Dan Neil Makes Emotional Sunderland Statement After Ipswich Town Transfer Confirmed

Dan Neil leaves Sunderland after 18 years to join Ipswich Town on loan seeking regular playtime as his contract nears end, with Ipswich third in the Championship.

  • This month, Dan Neil joined Ipswich Town on loan until the end of the season, ending his 18-year association with Sunderland and coinciding with his contract expiry this summer.
  • Struggling for minutes, Neil left Sunderland after a summer overhaul that included Granit Xhaka, playing just 13 league minutes this season and seeking regular game time.
  • Having captained the side, Neil made over 200 appearances, scored 12 goals, added 20 assists, and featured in three Wembley victories.
  • Ipswich have added Neil to boost their promotion push as the club sit third in the Championship, while The Black Cats said, `All associated with Sunderland AFC thank Dan for his immense contribution to our Club.`
  • Ipswich and other clubs had been tracking Neil as West Ham lodged a formal �6million bid plus add-ons while Sunderland value him near �10million, with Rangers and German clubs interested.
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The Ipswich Town is strengthened from the Premier League: the Championship club has made official the cession of Dan Neil from the Sunderland AFC until the end of the season.

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sportsboom.co.uk broke the news in on Monday, January 26, 2026.
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