Ipswich are targeting Lyndon Dykes as their next striker after failing to sign Patrick Bamford. The Suffolk side are interested in a loan deal for the Birmingham City player until the end of the season. It is understood that for a deal to be completed, Ipswich would need their Championship rivals to continue to contribute towards the Scotland international's significant wage.

According to Football Insider, Ipswich Town are reportedly preparing a loan offer for Birmingham City striker Lyndon Dykes. It is stated that an exit for the striker will not be approved unless a replacement is found by Chris Davies before the end of the transfer window.

Ipswich Town have identified Birmingham City striker Lyndon Dykes as a target should they be unsuccessful in their attempt to sign Patrick Bamford. The Championship club is seeking a new forward, but their primary target, who plays for Sheffield United, is now expected to stay with his current team. As a result, Ipswich are considering a loan move for the 30-year-old Dykes for the rest of the season, a deal which would require them to pay his wages, believed to be £14,000-a-week. Dykes has had limited opportunities at Birmingham this season. The Scottish international joined Birmingham in August 2024 for a fee reported to be €1.2M and has a contract until June 2027. Dykes has 48 caps and 10 goals for Scotland and a current market value of €1.00m, according to Transfermarkt. Portsmouth and Charlton Athletic have also been linked with the striker.