WITCHES SALE UPDATE

OUTGOING Ipswich owner Chris Louis has confirmed a new stadium lease has been signed with landlords Spedeworth, and the sale of the club can now be completed.

Louis says the defending ROWE Motor Oil Premiership champions now have the bulk of their team in place and he expects matters to be finalised over the next couple of weeks.

He said: “The team behind the takeover have been working non-stop to ensure that the Witches will be ready to race in early April.

“I have worked closely alongside them to introduce them to the club’s sponsors, officials and staff to ensure a seamless transition.

“They are nearing completion of the 2026 team and have five confirmed team members with the final two nearing completion.

“I can appreciate how frustrating it is for everyone but just wanted you all to know that preparations behind the scenes are well advanced and on course to provide yet more thrilling entertainment in the season ahead.”