Kieran McKenna departs Ipswich after three promotions

Kieran McKenna leaves Ipswich after guiding the club to three promotions in four seasons. He cited the need for a break to prioritise his young family. McKenna arrived in Suffolk four and a half years ago and transformed the community’s relationship with the club. His tenure coincided with Ipswich’s third promotion in four seasons. He will not lead Ipswich into another Premier League campaign. In his emotional farewell address, his voice cracked repeatedly. His contract placed him among the top‑flight’s better‑paid managers. Ipswich are in a better position to attempt survival than in 2024‑25. They had returned to the top in stunning fashion after 22 years away.