Andrews poised to join Tractor Boys

BLACKBURN’S Republic of Ireland international midfielder Keith Andrews is expected to join Ipswich Town on a season-long loan prior to the start of the Championship season on Saturday.

The 30-year-old was at Portman Road earlier in the week to speak to Tractor Boys boss Paul Jewell and has opted for a move to Ipswich ahead of a number of Championship sides, including Leeds and Nottingham Forest.

Ipswich and Blackburn are expected to continue talks regarding the terms of the loan today with the deal likely to be concluded in time for the Dubliner to line-up for the Blues when they visit Bristol City for their opening game of the season on Saturday.