Town midfielder Jonathan Douglas has issued an apology to George Thorne after his block tackle led to the 23-year-old suffering a suspected fractured shin late on during the Blues’ 1-0 victory over Derby, with the Rams midfielder quickly responding that there are no hard feelings”.
Connor Wickham is set to win his eighth England U17 cap this afternoon when his side take on Sweden in their first European Championships elite qualifying group game at Northampton’s Sixfields (KO 3pm). The 16-year-old, who manager Roy Keane is confident will sign his first professional deal with the Blues on his return, has previously scored four goals at U17 level.
Former Town midfielder Nigel Reo-Coker is being targeted by Premier League West Brom, according to a report this morning. Reo-Coker left Portman Road earlier in the month at the end of his short-term spell having been unable to agree new terms.
Boss Mick McCarthy is keeping his cards typically close to his chest regarding his team selection for Saturday’s second-v-third live Sky game against Derby County at Portman Road (KO 12.15pm).