Ipswich are interested in signing 22-year-old Ivory Coast striker Richard Kone. It was reported that interest in the player grew on deadline day as the club looked to strengthen. Despite the interest, it is said that the Rs remain determined to keep their star striker. Kone joined Queens Park Rangers in August 2025 and is under contract until June 2030. This season, he has scored 6 goals and provided 2 assists in 28 Championship appearances. The forward has one cap for his country. According to Transfermarkt, his current market value is €3.50m.