Ipswich "optimistic" of closing Palacios "in the next hours" soon after submitting new offer

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·18 August 2026

After having an initial offer for Exequiel Palacios rejected, Ipswich Town have now submitted a fresh bid for the Bayer Leverkusen midfielder, according to Fabrizio Romano.

The Italian transfer market insider adds that the newly-promoted Premier League outfit are “optimistic” of sealing the deal “in the next few hours”.

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Nothing has been agreed between the clubs yet, but Ipswich's pursuit is “on track”, according to Romano.

Palacios is reportedly keen on a move to the Premier League after five and a half years with Leverkusen.

The Argentina international is under contract with Die Werkself until 2030, putting the Bundesliga side in a strong negotiating position.