Latest developments
- PSV Eindhoven are reportedly showing an interest in Jack Clarke.
- The winger only joined Ipswich Town from Sunderland last summer.
- Clarke has struggled for starting opportunities at Portman Road.
Whisper+ analysis
Authenticity (2/5): PSV plotting Clarke swoop
Dutch giants PSV are reportedly interested in signing Ipswich's Clarke in the summer transfer window.
That is according to Football Insider, who do not provide any details over their sources in regards to this rumour.
Value (3/5): Ipswich looking to recoup outlay
PSV are believed to be open to the prospect of signing Clarke on a permanent or loan deal.
If Ipswich decide to sanction a permanent departure, they will try to recoup a significant amount of the £15m they paid to sign Clarke from Sunderland last summer.
Suitability (2.5/5): Concern over Ipswich struggles
Clarke has struggled to establish himself in Kieran McKenna's side, having started just eight of his 25 Premier League appearances this season.
The 24-year-old has ultimately been unable to replicate the sort of form he showed with Sunderland in the Championship, which may be a concern for a PSV side that wants to challenge for domestic silverware.
Upgrade? (2/5): Tough to oust Lang
Clarke tends to operate off the left flank, which means he would compete with Noa Lang for a starting spot as long as the Dutchman remains with PSV for the 2025-26 campaign.
Lang has scored 10 goals and provided 10 assists in 38 competitive appearances, and he has established himself as a regular fixture in the PSV side. As a result, Clarke may have to settle for a squad role if he were to join the Dutch side.
Logic (3/5): Chance to play in European competition
Clarke could find it difficult to gain a regular starting spot at PSV, but he may still be open to the prospect of joining a club that can offer European football. Peter Bosz's side are sitting in second place and are on course to qualify for the Champions League league phase.
Whisper+ verdict: 12/25
After experiencing a difficult Premier League campaign with Ipswich, we are unsure whether Clarke is ready to make the step up to a club that are likely to be playing in the Champions League next season.
