Ipswich superfan Ed Sheeran buys stake in Premier League newcomers as fans plead with him to pull off stunning transfer

ED SHEERAN has acquired a minority stake in Ipswich.

The pop superstar, a lifelong fan of the Tractor Boyshas bought a 1.4% stake in the recently promoted club.

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Ipswich say Sheeran will be using a Portman Road executive suite in the long term.

But the singer will not join the club's board, as his investment is only “passive and a minority interest”.

Sheeran, 33, who has been Town's main shirt sponsor since 2021, has also designed the club's Suffolk-inspired third kit.

He said: “It is every football fan's dream to own the club they support and I am so grateful for this opportunity.

“I've lived in Suffolk since I was three and although I travel the world, Ipswich has always made me feel part of the community.

“It’s such a pleasure to be a fan. I’m not a voting shareholder or a board member, this is just me putting some money into the club I love, so please don’t bother me with suggestions or tactics.”

Ipswich chairman Mark Ashton added: “The support Ed and his team have given us over the last three years has been nothing short of remarkable.”

Ipswich begin their Prem campaign at home to Liverpool tomorrow.

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And fans have been begging Sheeran for a deal closed for Kalvin Phillips in time for the early kick-off.

The Manchester City midfielder is set to join Portman Road on loan for a banner season.

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He struggled during a short spell at West Ham last season.

But Ipswich could be the ideal place for Phillips to restore his reputation.

A fan said: “Beautiful, announce Phillips now.”

Another said: “Please get Phillips.”

One of them remarked, “Time for Kalvin.”

Another added: “We need Phillips now.”