Matt Holland joins the board of directors at Ipswich Town

The former Republic of Ireland international had been serving the Tractor boys as a Club Ambassador.

ON BOARD: Former Republic of Ireland international Matt Holland has joined the board of directors at Ipswich Town. Pic: Matt Browne/Sportsfile

Former Republic of Ireland international Matt Holland has joined the board of directors at Ipswich Town.

The club confirmed on Tuesday afternoon that Holland, who captained the Tractor boys the last time they played in the Premier League, had move from his role as Club Ambassador to take his seat at the board of both Gamechanger 20 Ltd and Ipswich Town Football Club.

Speaking to their official website, Ipswich chairman Mark Ashton described Holland as a Town 'legend' and believes he will be an addition to the group.

“The investment from Bright Path Sports has been a significant one at an exciting time for the Club as we enter the Premier League," began Ashton.

“We are delighted to welcome both Marc Lasry and Travis Viola. Both bring invaluable experience as well as an outstanding track record in sport, having each won a major championship in the United States in recent years, and will be hugely valuable assets to the Club.

“Matt Holland is, of course, an Ipswich Town legend and is an excellent addition to the Board, bringing a unique perspective and deep understanding of the Club’s values and goals.”

Marc Lasry of Avenue Capital added: “The Club has demonstrated remarkable focus and energy in its successive promotions and we welcome the opportunity to support Chairman Mark Ashton and the rest of the staff as Ipswich Town begins life back in the Premier League.”