Dan Neil joined Ipswich on loan from Sunderland at the end of January after finding it difficult to get into the starting team at the Stadium of Light following their promotion to the Premier League. Adam Wilkin said he thinks it would be a very obvious decision for Ipswich to sign Neil on a free contract at the end of the season, regardless of the division Ipswich are in. Wilkin also said that Neil might not want to do that and might want to play regular football in the Championship, but he thinks Neil would be a very straightforward signing. Dan Neil will not return to the Stadium of Light as his contract is set to expire in the summer, and a permanent move therefore becomes much easier for Ipswich to negotiate once this season ends.

Kieran McKenna said that Dan Neil is ready to feature in the game against Preston North End. Dan Neil joined Ipswich Town on loan from Sunderland earlier in the week. Neil captained Sunderland to play-off final success last season.

Dan Neil became Ipswich Town's second signing of the January transfer window upon joining on loan from Sunderland. The move is a way for Ipswich to avoid a transfer fee and keep their options open for next summer, while for Neil it is a way to keep earning his current Premier League wage for a few more months. Neil described himself as a central midfielder who enjoys having possession of the ball and attempts to control the flow of games as much as he can. He added that he has also learnt over the years that the out-of-possession work is just as important. He also stated that he is vocal in terms of organising the team and that those are probably his main qualities.

Ipswich Town have confirmed the loan signing of Sunderland midfielder Dan Neil, who will wear the number six shirt. The move is a loan until the end of the season, at which point Neil will become a free agent as his contract will have expired. Neil said that he had been at Sunderland for a very long time and that it was an unbelievable chapter in his life and career, but he is ready for the next stage. He stated that after considerable thought, it was clear Ipswich would be a very suitable club for him. Ipswich Town manager Kieran McKenna stated that they are happy to add Dan to the group. McKenna described him as a versatile midfielder who can play in a couple of different roles. McKenna added that Neil has a lot of experience in the Championship, which includes winning a promotion last season. He also said Neil is a player with good experience, pedigree, and character, and he is sure Neil will be a strong addition for the remainder of the season. Sunderland's sporting director Kristjaan Speakman added that Dan will always be part of Sunderland but now has a new opportunity. Speakman also said they wish him the best of luck in the next stage of his career.